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Sumatran Mountain Squirrel (Sundasciurus altitudinis)

Sumatran Mountain Squirrel

Sundasciurus altitudinis

About the Sumatran Mountain Squirrel

The Sumatran mountain squirrel (Sundasciurus altitudinis) is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. Its skull reaches sizes between 41–43 mm (1.6–1.7 in), overlapping with that of the Palawan montane squirrel. It was originally described as a subspecies of Sundasciurus tenuis.

Key Facts

  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Sumatran Mountain Squirrel?

The scientific name of the Sumatran Mountain Squirrel is Sundasciurus altitudinis.

How many Sumatran Mountain Squirrel sightings have been recorded?

29 observations of the Sumatran Mountain Squirrel have been recorded on iNaturalist.

29 observations on iNaturalist
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