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Père David's Rock Squirrel

Sciurotamias davidianus

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, and United Kingdom.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Chinese Yansongshu

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Père David's Rock Squirrel?
The scientific name of Père David's Rock Squirrel is Sciurotamias davidianus. It belongs to the genus Sciurotamias.
What is the conservation status of Père David's Rock Squirrel?
Père David's Rock Squirrel (Sciurotamias davidianus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Père David's Rock Squirrel live?
Père David's Rock Squirrel is found in Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, and United Kingdom.. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, United Kingdom.
What family does Père David's Rock Squirrel belong to?
Père David's Rock Squirrel (Sciurotamias davidianus) belongs to the genus Sciurotamias, which is part of the taxonomic family Sciuridae.
Is Père David's Rock Squirrel endangered?
No, Père David's Rock Squirrel (Sciurotamias davidianus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Père David's Rock Squirrel belong to?
Père David's Rock Squirrel (Sciurotamias davidianus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Père David's Rock Squirrel?
The closest relatives of Père David's Rock Squirrel in the genus Sciurotamias include Forrest's Rock Squirrel.

Native Range — 4 Countries

Genus Sciurotamias — 2 Species

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Père David's Rock Squirrel
Sciurotamias davidianus
LC
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Forrest's Rock Squirrel
Sciurotamias forresti
LC

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