Grizzled Giant Squirrel
Ratufa macroura
Habitat
Tropical dry forests
Weight
2 kg
Length
80 meters
Lifespan
18 years
Origin
South India/Sri Lanka
Status
Near Threatened
Mammal
squirrel
About the Grizzled Giant Squirrel
A smaller but equally striking relative of the Indian giant squirrel.
Location in Zoo
Venomous Reptile Exhibit
Feeding Times
Daytime
Feeding Habits
Herbivorous
Fun Facts
Named for its salt-and-pepper fur pattern.
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Named for its salt-and-pepper fur pattern.
Conservation Status
Current Threats
- Small Mammal House
Our Conservation Efforts
Habitat protection
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