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Red-tailed Squirrel
Sciurus granatensis
Least Concern
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<speciesfyi-species slug="red-tailed-squirrel"></speciesfyi-species>Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (Cuba), and South America (Colombia, Venezuela).
Conservation Status
LC
Least Concern
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(Animals)
Phylum
Chordata
(Chordates)
Class
Mammalia
(Mammals)
Order
Rodentia
(Rodents)
Family
Sciuridae
(Squirrels)
Genus
Sciurus
(Tree Squirrels)
Species
Sciurus granatensis
(Red-tailed Squirrel)
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Abert's Squirrel
Sciurus aberti
Least Concern
Andean Squirrel
Sciurus pucheranii
Data Deficient
Ardilla Gris Oriental
Sciurus carolinensis
Not Evaluated
Arizona Gray Squirrel
Sciurus arizonensis
Data Deficient
Caucasian Squirrel
Sciurus anomalus
Least Concern
Deppe's Squirrel
Sciurus deppei
Least Concern
Eurasian red squirrel
Sciurus vulgaris
Least Concern
Fiery Squirrel
Sciurus flammifer
Data Deficient
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of Red-tailed Squirrel?
The scientific name of Red-tailed Squirrel is Sciurus granatensis. It belongs to the genus Sciurus.
What is the conservation status of Red-tailed Squirrel?
Red-tailed Squirrel (Sciurus granatensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Red-tailed Squirrel live?
Red-tailed Squirrel is found in Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (Cuba), and South America (Colombia, Venezuela).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Cuba, France, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Venezuela.
What family does Red-tailed Squirrel belong to?
Red-tailed Squirrel (Sciurus granatensis) belongs to the genus Sciurus, which is part of the taxonomic family Sciuridae.
Is Red-tailed Squirrel endangered?
No, Red-tailed Squirrel (Sciurus granatensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Red-tailed Squirrel belong to?
Red-tailed Squirrel (Sciurus granatensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Red-tailed Squirrel?
The closest relatives of Red-tailed Squirrel in the genus Sciurus include Abert's Squirrel, Andean Squirrel, Ardilla Gris Oriental, Arizona Gray Squirrel, Caucasian Squirrel.
Genus Sciurus — 18 Species
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Abert's Squirrel
Sciurus aberti
Andean Squirrel
Sciurus pucheranii
Ardilla Gris Oriental
Sciurus carolinensis
Arizona Gray Squirrel
Sciurus arizonensis
Caucasian Squirrel
Sciurus anomalus
Deppe's Squirrel
Sciurus deppei
Eurasian red squirrel
Sciurus vulgaris
Fiery Squirrel
Sciurus flammifer
fox squirrel
Sciurus niger
Guayaquil Squirrel
Sciurus stramineus
Guianan Squirrel
Sciurus aestuans
Japanese Squirrel
Sciurus lis
Mexican Fox Squirrel
Sciurus nayaritensis
Northern Amazon Red Squirrel
Sciurus igniventris
Red-bellied Squirrel
Sciurus aureogaster
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Red-tailed Squirrel
Sciurus granatensis
Western Gray Squirrel
Sciurus griseus
Yellow-throated Squirrel
Sciurus gilvigularis
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