Nicobar Treeshrew (Tupaia nicobarica) — Endangered Mammalia

Nicobar Treeshrew

Tupaia nicobarica

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Scandentia · Tupaiidae

About

The Nicobar treeshrew is a species of small, non-volant mammal. It is endemic to the Nicobar Islands of the Andaman Sea, India. where it inhabits the islands' rain forests. Based on geographical distribution, there are two subspecies identified: T. nicobarica nicobarica from the Great Nicobar Island and T. nicobarica surda from the Little Nicobar Island.

Fun Fact

Based on geographical distribution, there are two subspecies identified: T.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in different forest types such as scrub jungle, moist deciduous forests, and montane sholas.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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