Five-striped Palm Squirrel
Funambulus pennantii
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae
About
The northern palm squirrel, also called the five-striped palm squirrel, is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. Some authorities recognize two subspecies, F. p. pennantii and F. p. argentescens. It is a semi-arboreal species found in tropical and subtropical dry deciduous forests and many other rural and urban habitats. It 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
Some authorities recognize two subspecies, F.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs in tropical and subtropical dry deciduous forest, montane forests to altitudes of 4,000 m (13,123 ft), scrublands, plantations, grasslands, arable land, rural gardens and urban areas.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance