Gallery description : squirrel

Squirrel (sciuridae) is a mammal type animal. It lives in woodland and dense forests. The weight of this animal is about 250-1,000g (0.5-2.2lbs) and average life span is 2-8 years. Snakes, coyote, weasels are the dangerous creatures for squirrels. Look up the table below to learn more information.

Facts about squirrels
NameSquirrel
KingdomAnimalia
Top Speed25km/h (16mph)
TypeMammal
PredatorsSnakes, coyote, weasels
PhylumChordata
Conservation StatusThreatened
HabitatWoodland and dense forests
LifestyleSolitary
Main PreyFruit, seeds, insects
ColourBlack, grey, brown, tan, red
Scientific NameSciuridae
DietOmnivore
FamilySciuridae
Size15-30cm (6-12in)
Life Span2-8 years
OrderRodentia
Average Litter Size3
Weight250-1,000g (0.5-2.2lbs)
ClassMammalia
Skin TypeFur
Image Details
Description Squirrel. Description Red squirrel with nut.jpg
Width 973 pixels
Heigh 691 pixels
File type JPG
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