Congo Rope Squirrel

Funisciurus congicus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae

About

The Congo rope squirrel is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. It is found in the Democratic Republic of the Congo south of the Congo River, western Angola, and northern Namibia. It is mainly associated with dense woodland, but in Namibia also with vegetation on granite outcrops. It is diurnal and arboreal, but also forages on the ground.

Fun Fact

It is mainly associated with dense woodland, but in Namibia also with vegetation on granite outcrops.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the Democratic Republic of the Congo south of the Congo River, western Angola, and northern Namibia.

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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