Chinese Giant Flying Squirrel
Petaurista xanthotis
Least Concern
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About
The Chinese Giant Flying Squirrel (Petaurista xanthotis) is a species in the genus Petaurista. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Conservation Status
LC
Least Concern
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(Animals)
Phylum
Chordata
(Chordates)
Class
Mammalia
(Mammals)
Order
Rodentia
(Rodents)
Family
Sciuridae
(Squirrels)
Genus
Petaurista
Species
Petaurista xanthotis
(Chinese Giant Flying Squirrel)
Names in Other Languages
Chinese
Hui Wushu
Similar Species in Petaurista
Bhutan Giant Flying Squirrel
Petaurista nobilis
Near Threatened
Hodgson's Giant Flying Squirrel
Petaurista magnificus
Least Concern
Indian Giant Flying Squirrel
Petaurista philippensis
Least Concern
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Red and White Giant Flying Squirrel
Petaurista alborufus
Least Concern
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Red Giant Flying Squirrel
Petaurista petaurista
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of Chinese Giant Flying Squirrel?
The scientific name of Chinese Giant Flying Squirrel is Petaurista xanthotis. It belongs to the genus Petaurista.
What is the conservation status of Chinese Giant Flying Squirrel?
Chinese Giant Flying Squirrel (Petaurista xanthotis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Chinese Giant Flying Squirrel belong to?
Chinese Giant Flying Squirrel (Petaurista xanthotis) belongs to the genus Petaurista, which is part of the taxonomic family Sciuridae.
Is Chinese Giant Flying Squirrel endangered?
No, Chinese Giant Flying Squirrel (Petaurista xanthotis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Chinese Giant Flying Squirrel belong to?
Chinese Giant Flying Squirrel (Petaurista xanthotis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Chinese Giant Flying Squirrel?
The closest relatives of Chinese Giant Flying Squirrel in the genus Petaurista include Bhutan Giant Flying Squirrel, Hodgson's Giant Flying Squirrel, Indian Giant Flying Squirrel, Red and White Giant Flying Squirrel, Red Giant Flying Squirrel.
Genus Petaurista — 6 Species
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NT
LC
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LC
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LC
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LC
Bhutan Giant Flying Squirrel
Petaurista nobilis
🐾
LC
🐾
Chinese Giant Flying Squirrel
Petaurista xanthotis
Hodgson's Giant Flying Squirrel
Petaurista magnificus
Indian Giant Flying Squirrel
Petaurista philippensis
Red and White Giant Flying Squirrel
Petaurista alborufus
Red Giant Flying Squirrel
Petaurista petaurista
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