Finlayson's Squirrel

Callosciurus finlaysonii

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae

About

Finlayson's squirrel or the variable squirrel is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. It is found in Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. The species occurs in a wide range of wooded habitats, including gardens and parks in cities like Bangkok. It was named in honour of the Scottish naturalist and traveller George Finlayson.

Fun Fact

It is found in Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found that they belonged in six clades, which often were separated by water (large rivers in the mainland and the sea for the islands).

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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