NATIVE RANGE
Where it is found
The Bolivian Squirrel is native to South America.
Its range includes:
The species occurs mainly within the Amazon Basin and surrounding tropical regions.
Bolivia
Peru
Brazil
Colombia
TREE SQUIRRELS · SPECIES PROFILE
Bolivian Squirrel
Sciurus ignitus
Least Concern
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Body length20–26 cm (8–10 in)
Tail length18–25 cm (7–10 in)
Weight~300–500 g
Fur colorBrown to reddish-brown
Breeding seasonUnknown
Gestation~40–45 days
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Classification
KingdomAnimalia
PhylumChordata
ClassMammalia
OrderRodentia
FamilySciuridae
GenusSciurus
SpeciesSciurus ignitus
HABITAT
Where it lives
Bolivian Squirrels inhabit tropical forest ecosystems.
Typical habitats include:
They are usually found in dense forest environments with abundant tree cover.
Lowland tropical rainforests
Secondary forests
Forest edges
Riverine forests
RANGE & HABITAT CONTEXT
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Nest & Shelter
Bolivian Squirrels build nests known as dreys in trees.
Typical nest characteristics include:
They may also occasionally use natural tree cavities.
Constructed from twigs, leaves, moss, and plant fibers
Located in tree forks or dense branches
Often placed high in the forest canopy
Used for resting and raising young
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Physical Profile
Body length20–26 cm (8–10 in)
Tail length18–25 cm (7–10 in)
Weight~300–500 g
Fur colorBrown to reddish-brown
BellyPale gray or cream
Distinct featureSlight reddish tones in fur
TailLong and bushy
Their coloration helps them blend into forest canopy environments.
BEHAVIOR & FORAGING CONTEXT
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BEHAVIOR
How it behaves
Bolivian Squirrels are diurnal and arboreal.
Typical behaviors include:
They are agile climbers and capable jumpers.
Moving rapidly through tree canopies
Foraging across branches and forest understory
Living solitary or in small family groups
Emitting alarm calls when disturbed
DIET
What it eats
Bolivian Squirrels are omnivorous.
Common foods include:
Their feeding habits contribute to seed dispersal in tropical forests.
Fruits
Seeds
Nuts
Tree buds
Bark
Fungi
Insects
GROUP DIVERSITY
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REPRODUCTION
Breeding & Young
Breeding seasonUnknown
Gestation~40–45 days
Litter size2–3 young
Young squirrels are raised in tree nests built from leaves and twigs.
LIFESPAN
Longevity
Unknown
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Conservation
STATUS Least Concern
IUCN Status: Least Concern
The Bolivian Squirrel is widespread across parts of the Amazon region and currently faces no major conservation threats.