cool-critters: Prevost’s squirrel (Callosciurus prevostii) Prevost’s squirrel is a colou
cool-critters: Prevost’s squirrel (Callosciurus prevostii) Prevost’s squirrel is a colourful species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. It is found in forests in the Thai-Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo and nearby smaller islands, with an introduced population in northern Sulawesi. Although the Prevost’s squirrel is declining is some regions because of habitat loss and hunting, the species is not considered threatened since it generally remains common and widespread. It can live in somewhat disturbed habitats and often visits plantations or gardens. It mostly feeds on plant material, especially fruits, but also takes insects. In general, the subspecies of the Prevost’s squirrel have been described based on their colour patterns. While there are significant geographical variations, there are also some individual variations within each region.The Prevost’s squirrel is active during the day and mostly stays in trees, only occasionally moving on the ground. photo credits: David Stang, Kennyannydenny, Sharp Photography -- source link
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