Swinhoe's Striped Squirrel

Tamiops swinhoei

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae

About

Swinhoe's striped squirrel is a small species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. This species is found mostly in China and Southeast Asia. Their diet consists of mostly seeds, fruits, nuts and ginger nectar. Like most squirrels they live in forest areas with mountains, usually in groups. They have litters that average in size of 3.25 offspring.

Fun Fact

This species is found mostly in China and Southeast Asia.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Live in tropical rain forest, where there are many mountains, in mostly couples and groups.

Diet

Eat mostly nuts, seeds, fruits, and ginger nectar.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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