Black Flying Squirrel

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The Black Flying Squirrel (Aeromys tephromelas) is a species in the genus Aeromys. Its conservation status is listed as Data Deficient, indicating insufficient data for assessment. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordates)

Class

Mammalia (Mammals)

Order

Rodentia (Rodents)

Family

Sciuridae (Squirrels)

Genus

Aeromys

Species

Aeromys tephromelas (Black Flying Squirrel)

Names in Other Languages

German Großes Schwarzes Gleithörnchen

Similar Species in Aeromys

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Thomas s Flying Squirrel

Aeromys thomasi

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black Flying Squirrel?

The scientific name of Black Flying Squirrel is Aeromys tephromelas. It belongs to the genus Aeromys.

What is the conservation status of Black Flying Squirrel?

Black Flying Squirrel (Aeromys tephromelas) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Black Flying Squirrel belong to?

Black Flying Squirrel (Aeromys tephromelas) belongs to the genus Aeromys, which is part of the taxonomic family Sciuridae.

What kingdom does Black Flying Squirrel belong to?

Black Flying Squirrel (Aeromys tephromelas) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Black Flying Squirrel?

The closest relatives of Black Flying Squirrel in the genus Aeromys include Thomas s Flying Squirrel.