Indian Giant Squirrel

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (प्राणी)

Phylum

Chordata (रज्जुकी)

Class

Mammalia (स्तनधारी)

Order

Rodentia (कृंतक)

Family

Sciuridae (Squirrels)

Genus

Ratufa

Species

Ratufa indica (Indian Giant Squirrel)

Names in Other Languages

French Écureuil géant de l'Inde

German Indisches Riesenhörnchen

Similar Species in Ratufa

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black giant squirrel

Ratufa bicolor

Near Threatened

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Sri Lankan Giant Squirrel

Ratufa macroura

Near Threatened

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cream-coloured giant squirrel

Ratufa affinis

Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Indian Giant Squirrel?

The scientific name of Indian Giant Squirrel is Ratufa indica. It belongs to the genus Ratufa.

What is the conservation status of Indian Giant Squirrel?

Indian Giant Squirrel (Ratufa indica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Indian Giant Squirrel belong to?

Indian Giant Squirrel (Ratufa indica) belongs to the genus Ratufa, which is part of the taxonomic family Sciuridae.

Is Indian Giant Squirrel endangered?

No, Indian Giant Squirrel (Ratufa indica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Indian Giant Squirrel belong to?

Indian Giant Squirrel (Ratufa indica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

What are the closest relatives of Indian Giant Squirrel?

The closest relatives of Indian Giant Squirrel in the genus Ratufa include black giant squirrel, Sri Lankan Giant Squirrel, cream-coloured giant squirrel.