Gambian sun squirrel



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Gambian sun squirrel

Order : Rodentia
Suborder : Sciurognathi
Family : Sciuridae
Subfamily : Sciurinae
Species : Heliosciurus gambianus

 

The Gambian sun squirrel is listed as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category, on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

Namings for the Gambian sun squirrel
A young / baby of a Gambian sun squirrel is called a 'pup, kit or kitten'. The females are called 'doe' and males 'buck'. A Gambian sun squirrel group is called a 'dray or scurry'.

Facts about the Gambian sun squirrel

Inside one of the out-buildings, the Gambian sun squirrel is racing around his cage. (Full text)

1. Helios -- ((Greek mythology) ancient god of the sun; drove his chariot across the sky each day; identified with Roman Sol)
Helios
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