Vincent's Bush Squirrel

Paraxerus vincenti

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae

About

Vincent's bush squirrel is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae, named in honour of Jack Vincent. It is endemic to Mozambique. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, and it is threatened by habitat loss.

Fun Fact

Paraxerus vincenti Vincent's Bush Squirrel (Selinda Mountain Squirrel)".

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to Mozambique.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Loss
Poaching and Hunting
Human-Wildlife Conflict
Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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