Orange Bellied Himalayan Squirrel
- Distribution: Himalayan region, including parts of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and possibly extending into Myanmar and China.
- Habitat: Temperate forests, coniferous forests, mixed forests.
- Diet: Nuts, seeds, fruits, and insects.
- Size: Typically around 20-25 cm in body length.
Appearance:
- It has a distinctive appearance with a grayish-brown back and sides.
- The underparts, including the belly and underside of the tail, are typically orange or reddish-orange, giving it its name.
- It has a bushy tail that is often darker on top and lighter underneath.
Habitat:
- The Orange-bellied Himalayan Squirrel inhabits temperate forests and montane forests in the eastern Himalayan region.
- It is typically found in hilly and mountainous terrain with dense vegetation and ample trees for shelter and foraging.
Behavior:
- It is diurnal, being active during the day and resting at night in tree hollows or leaf nests.
- As an arboreal species, it spends most of its time in trees, where it forages for fruits, nuts, seeds, and occasionally insects.
- It is agile and adept at climbing trees, using its sharp claws and long tail for balance.
Distribution:
- Found in parts of northeastern India, Bhutan, and possibly extending into neighboring areas of Southeast Asia.