Samar Squirrel
Sundasciurus samarensis
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae
About
The Samar squirrel is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. It was historically known as lalagsing. It is endemic to the Philippines, where it has been recorded from Samar and Leyte Islands. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry forests. It is threatened by habitat loss, due to expanding human activities, hunting, and the lack of basic knowledge about the species. They thrive in primary and secondary lowland and montane forest, including the lower edges of mossy forest. It is also found in some agricultural areas.
Fun Fact
It is endemic to the Philippines, where it has been recorded from Samar and Leyte Islands.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Endemic to the Philippines, where it has been recorded from Samar and Leyte Islands.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance