Definition of "moonrat"

Incidental observations on moonrats Echinosorex gymnurus in Malaysia suggests that this species is uncommon everywhere but does occur in low numbers in logged(1-12:51) forest in peninsular Malaysia (Johns 1989a).

1997, Andrew Grieser Johns, Timber Production and Biodiversity Conservation in Tropical Rain Forests‎, page 87

The smell of rotting onions, stale sweat, or ammonia may indicate the presence of a moonrat, which produces a strong scent from two glands near the anus. The animal uses this powerful odor to mark its territory. A solitary creature, the moonrat will emit hiss-puffs and low roars if it encounters another member of its species.

2004, Fred Cooke, The Encyclopedia of Animals: A Complete Visual Guide‎, page 86

Moonrats are a lowland forest species which feed primarily on worms and arthropods.

2005, E. Meijaard, editor, Life After Logging‎, page 82