Yunnan Woolly Flying Squirrel (Eupetaurus nivamons) — Data Deficient Mammalia

Yunnan Woolly Flying Squirrel

Eupetaurus nivamons

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae

About

The Yunnan woolly flying squirrel is a species of very large flying squirrel in the genus Eupetaurus. It is found on the southeastern margin of the Himalayas, namely in northwestern Yunnan and potentially Myanmar.

Fun Fact

Evidence for species activity is known even in the coldest and snowiest months of the year, indicating that it does not hibernate or migrate from the area.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds on Juniperus squamata.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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