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Plantain Squirrel (Callosciurus notatus)

Plantain Squirrel

Callosciurus notatus

About the Plantain Squirrel

The plantain squirrel, oriental squirrel or tricoloured squirrel, Callosciurus notatus is a species of rodents in the family Sciuridae found in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand in a wide range of habitats: forests, mangroves, parks, gardens, and agricultural areas. Fruit farmers consider them to be pests.

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Plantain Squirrel?

The scientific name of the Plantain Squirrel is Callosciurus notatus.

How many Plantain Squirrel sightings have been recorded?

8,952 observations of the Plantain Squirrel have been recorded on iNaturalist.

8,952 observations on iNaturalist
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