The giant, Technicolor squirrels of India
The article explores the giant squirrels of India, particularly the Indian giant squirrel, which is known for its vibrant fur and acrobatic abilities. These squirrels primarily inhabit the forests of south and southeast Asia and are threatened by habitat destruction and hunting. Their unique characteristics and behaviors, including their vocalizations and feeding habits, are highlighted as part of their ecological significance.
- ▪Giant squirrels are among the largest squirrels in the world, weighing between 1.5 and 3 kilos.
- ▪The Indian giant squirrel is the state animal of Maharashtra and is known for its varied fur coloration.
- ▪Destruction of forest habitats and hunting pose significant threats to the survival of giant squirrels.
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| Original publisher | Roundglasssustain |
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| Publication time | Wed, 20 May 2026 17:54:00 +0000 |
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Photo Story Hop, Skip and Jump: The Giant Squirrels of India Usually perched on the upper branches of tall trees, these squirrels are the quintessential charmers of the forest canopy Text by: Anirudh Nair Updated March 10, 2026 Text by: Anirudh Nair Updated March 10, 2026 10 min read document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', () => { const breadcrumb = document.querySelector(".subnav"); const theme = document.querySelector("#articleHeader"); breadcrumb.classList.add(theme.classList+"_nav"); }); Usually perched on the upper branches of tall trees, these squirrels are the quintessential charmers of the forest canopy Listen to this article • 15:34 min Squirrels have been around on Earth for around 30-40 million years, and around 200 species have been identified worldwide.
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