Red-legged Sun Squirrel

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Rodentia (อันดับสัตว์ฟันแทะ)

Family

Sciuridae (Squirrels)

Genus

Heliosciurus

Species

Heliosciurus rufobrachium (Red-legged Sun Squirrel)

Names in Other Languages

French Héliosciure à pattes rousses

Similar Species in Heliosciurus

Gambian Sun Squirrel

Heliosciurus gambianus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Red-legged Sun Squirrel?

The scientific name of Red-legged Sun Squirrel is Heliosciurus rufobrachium. It belongs to the genus Heliosciurus.

What is the conservation status of Red-legged Sun Squirrel?

Red-legged Sun Squirrel (Heliosciurus rufobrachium) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Red-legged Sun Squirrel belong to?

Red-legged Sun Squirrel (Heliosciurus rufobrachium) belongs to the genus Heliosciurus, which is part of the taxonomic family Sciuridae.

Is Red-legged Sun Squirrel endangered?

No, Red-legged Sun Squirrel (Heliosciurus rufobrachium) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Red-legged Sun Squirrel belong to?

Red-legged Sun Squirrel (Heliosciurus rufobrachium) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Red-legged Sun Squirrel?

The closest relatives of Red-legged Sun Squirrel in the genus Heliosciurus include Gambian Sun Squirrel.