Beecroft's Anomalure
Anomalurus beecrofti
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Rodentia · Anomaluridae
About
Beecroft's flying squirrel or Beecroft's scaly-tailed squirrel, is a species of rodent in the family Anomaluridae. Some authorities consider it to be monotypic within the genus Anomalurops. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, and plantations. It is threatened by habitat destruction but is a common species with a wide range and the International Union for Conservation of Nature has rated its conservation status as being of "least concern".
Fun Fact
Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, and plantations.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Native to virgin wet and dry forests, it is able to adapt to secondary forest, and occurs at altitudes of up to 2,500 m (8,200 ft).
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance