Indian Palm Squirrel

Funambulus palmarum

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae

About

The Indian palm squirrel or three-striped palm squirrel is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae found naturally in India and Sri Lanka. In the late 19th century, the palm squirrel was introduced to Madagascar, Réunion, Mayotte, Comoro Islands, Mauritius, and Seychelles. The closely related five-striped palm squirrel is found in northern India, and its range partly overlaps with this species.

Fun Fact

In the late 19th century, the palm squirrel was introduced to Madagascar, Réunion, Mayotte, Comoro Islands, Mauritius, and Seychelles.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Eat insects, other smaller mammals, and reptiles.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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