Mutable Sun Squirrel
Heliosciurus mutabilis
About the Mutable Sun Squirrel
The mutable sun squirrel (Heliosciurus mutabilis) is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. It is found in Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, moist savanna, and subtropical or tropical high-altitude grassland.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Mutable Sun Squirrel?
The scientific name of the Mutable Sun Squirrel is Heliosciurus mutabilis.
How many Mutable Sun Squirrel sightings have been recorded?
134 observations of the Mutable Sun Squirrel have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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