Père David's Rock Squirrel
Sciurotamias davidianus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae
About
The Père David's rock squirrel, also known as the Chinese rock squirrel, is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. It is endemic to China, where it is found widely in rocky habitats in the eastern and central parts of the country. This largely terrestrial squirrel is overall dull olive-grey with paler underparts, a distinct pale eye-ring and a dark patch on the cheeks. It has sometimes been confused with the rather different –but in colour very variable– Pallas's squirrel; an introduced population in Belgium was first mistakenly identified as Père David's rock squirrel.
Fun Fact
It is endemic to China, where it is found widely in rocky habitats in the eastern and central parts of the country.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Endemic to China, where it is found widely in rocky habitats in the eastern and central parts of the country.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance