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Oriental giant squirrels, Indian giant squirrel, or Malabar giant squirrel,
Ratufa indica
8.81766, 77.0133
Field Notes
Description:
Ratufa indica has dorsal coloration that varies from deep red to brown, the ventral fur is white. It has a conspicuous two-toned (and sometimes three-toned) color scheme.
Habitat:
The species is endemic to deciduous, mixed deciduous, and moist evergreen forests of peninsular India. They feed on fruits, particularly the fruits of 'Terminalia' or 'Ain'.
Notes:
When frightened, these squirrels do not dash away; quite a common habit is to lie flattened against a branch or to slip behind a heavy bough or trunk. (next picture)
Shekru' the state animal of Maharashtra.
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