Ruwenzori Sun Squirrel
Heliosciurus ruwenzorii
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassMammalia (Mammals)
- OrderRodentia (Rodents)
- FamilySciuridae (Squirrels)
- GenusHeliosciurus (Sun Squirrels)
- SpeciesHeliosciurus ruwenzorii (Ruwenzori Sun Squirrel)
About the Ruwenzori Sun Squirrel
The Ruwenzori sun squirrel (Heliosciurus ruwenzorii) is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. It is found in Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests and arable land. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Ruwenzori Sun Squirrel in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nyungwe National Park | 🇷🇼 Rwanda | |
| 2 | Bwindi Impenetrable National Park | 🇺🇬 Uganda | |
| 3 | Virunga National Park | 🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Ruwenzori Sun Squirrel in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park?
About 20% of wildlife watchers report a Ruwenzori Sun Squirrel sighting in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, based on 6 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Ruwenzori Sun Squirrel in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park?
October has the highest sighting rate for Ruwenzori Sun Squirrel in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in our monthly data.