Points

40

per confirmed sighting

MammalConservation status: Data DeficientVery Rare to spot
mammals • Sciuridae

Lunda Rope Squirrel.

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Funisciurus bayonii

Category

mammals

Family

Sciuridae

Size

Body mass: approximately 135 g (EltonTraits).

Points

40 pts

A closer look

Field notes for spotting, identifying and understanding lunda rope squirrel in its natural range.

Overview

How to identify it

Habitat

EltonTraits foraging-stratum classification: arboreal.

Diet

EltonTraits diet profile: seeds 50%; fruit 40%; invertebrates 10%.

Behaviour

When to look

EltonTraits activity classification: crepuscular and diurnal.

Where to see it

Angola flagAngola

Safety and etiquette

Observe from a safe distance and never handle or feed wildlife.

Verification and sources

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