Maritime Striped Squirrel

Tamiops maritimus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae

About

The maritime striped squirrel, also known as eastern striped squirrel, is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. It is found in southern and eastern China, Taiwan, and Laos and Vietnam east of the Mekong River. It is diurnal, highly arboreal and feeds on fruits, seeds, insects; in addition its diet includes nectar of ginger.

Fun Fact

It is found in southern and eastern China (including Hainan), Taiwan, and Laos and Vietnam east of the Mekong River.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in southern and eastern China (including Hainan), Taiwan, and Laos and Vietnam east of the Mekong River.

Diet

Feeds on fruits, seeds, insects; in addition its diet includes nectar of ginger (Alpinia kwangsiensis).

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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