There are many different species of squirrel natively found in the Americas, Europe, Asia and Africa. Squirrels are small rodents generally between 10 cm and 20 cm tall, although some species of squirrel like marmots and prairie dogs around the size of a
Scientific Info
Scientific Name |
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Sciuridae |
Type |
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Mammal |
Diet |
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Omnivore |
Size |
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15-30cm (6-12in) |
Weight |
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250-1,000g (0.5-2.2lbs) |
Top Speed |
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25km/h (16mph) |
Life Span |
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2-8 years |
Lifestyle |
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Solitary |
Conservation Status |
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Threatened |
Appearance
Colour |
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Black, Grey, Brown, Tan, Red |
Skin Type |
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Fur |
Favourite Food |
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Fruit |
Habitat |
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Woodland and dense forests |
Average Clutch Size |
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3 |
Main Prey |
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Fruit, Seeds, Insects |
Predators |
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Snakes, Coyote, Weasels |
Distinctive Features |
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Cheek teeth and long, furry tail |