Lesser Treeshrew

Tupaia minor

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Scandentia · Tupaiidae

About

The pygmy treeshrew is a treeshrew species within the family Tupaiidae. It is native to Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia. The generic name is derived from the Malay word tupai meaning squirrel or small animals that resemble squirrels.

Fun Fact

It is often seen 3 to 8 m above the ground, sometimes up to 20 m, travelling along lianas or branches of small trees.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Distributed in peninsular Thailand, peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, the Lingga Archipelago (Indonesia), Borneo, offshore islands of Laut (Indonesia), and Banggi and Balambangan (Malaysia).

Diet

Diet includes insects and fruit.

Lifespan

10 years

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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