Abrothrix andina, also known as the Andean Altiplano mouse[1] or Andean akodont,[2] is a species of rodent in the genus Abrothrix of family Cricetidae.

[3] It is found in the Altiplano habitat of the Andes from central Peru through Bolivia, south to Argentina and Chile.

[5] Abrothrix andina is a small mammal that is active throughout the Andes,[6] and has been found in altitudes of 4,620 m.[7] The environment consists of small shrubs and is categorizes as having dry summers and snowy winters.

[6] Abrothrix andina primarily eats small shrubs during the summer and shrubs and insects during the winters[8] During extreme temperature changes, the gut morphology changes and energy expenditure changes.

[8] Abrothrix andina is active throughout the year despite seasonal changes.