Himalayan Striped Squirrel
Tamiops mcclellandii
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassMammalia (Mammals)
- OrderRodentia (Rodents)
- FamilySciuridae (Squirrels)
- GenusTamiops (Asian Striped Squirrels)
- SpeciesTamiops mcclellandii (Himalayan Striped Squirrel)
About the Himalayan Striped Squirrel
The Himalayan striped squirrel (Tamiops mcclellandii), also known as western striped squirrel or Burmese striped squirrel, is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. It lives in a variety of forest from tropical to subtropical in Bhutan, Cambodia, China, India, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, and Vietnam. This species is diurnal, arboreal and feeds on fruit, vegetable matter, and insects. It often seen in small groups and uses tree holes for shelter.
The rapid uplift of the Himalayas is believed to have caused the diversification of the three main Tamiops lineages. Multiple divergences from 5.8 to 1.7 mya likely led to the formation of modern Tamiops species. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Himalayan Striped Squirrel in Khao Luang 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 | Kaeng Krachan National Park | 🇹🇭 Thailand | |
| 2 | Doi Inthanon National Park | 🇹🇭 Thailand | |
| 3 | Khao Luang National Park | 🇹🇭 Thailand | |
| 4 | Manas National Park | 🇮🇳 India | |
| 5 | Khao Sok National Park | 🇹🇭 Thailand | |
| 6 | Namdapha National Park | 🇮🇳 India | |
| 7 | Royal Manas National Park | 🇧🇹 Bhutan | |
| 8 | Kaziranga National Park | 🇮🇳 India | |
| 9 | Khao Yai National Park | 🇹🇭 Thailand |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Himalayan Striped Squirrel in Khao Luang National Park?
About 40% of wildlife watchers report a Himalayan Striped Squirrel sighting in Khao Luang National Park, based on 10 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Himalayan Striped Squirrel in Khao Luang National Park?
February has the highest sighting rate for Himalayan Striped Squirrel in Khao Luang National Park in our monthly data.