Red bush squirrel

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found in Kenya.

🇰🇪 Kenya

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Chordata (Kordalılar)

Class

Mammalia (memeliler)

Order

Rodentia (kemiriciler)

Family

Sciuridae (Squirrels)

Genus

Paraxerus

Species

Paraxerus palliatus (Red bush squirrel)

Similar Species in Paraxerus

Green Bush Squirrel

Paraxerus poensis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Red bush squirrel?

The scientific name of Red bush squirrel is Paraxerus palliatus. It belongs to the genus Paraxerus.

What is the conservation status of Red bush squirrel?

Red bush squirrel (Paraxerus palliatus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Red bush squirrel live?

Red bush squirrel is found in Found in Kenya.. Countries include Kenya.

What family does Red bush squirrel belong to?

Red bush squirrel (Paraxerus palliatus) belongs to the genus Paraxerus, which is part of the taxonomic family Sciuridae.

Is Red bush squirrel endangered?

No, Red bush squirrel (Paraxerus palliatus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Red bush squirrel belong to?

Red bush squirrel (Paraxerus palliatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Red bush squirrel?

The closest relatives of Red bush squirrel in the genus Paraxerus include Green Bush Squirrel.