Taxonomy
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Mammal
Habitat
This species primarily inhabits lowland and montane rainforests in Borneo, especially in Malaysia and Indonesia, at elevations up to 1,000 meters. It prefers areas with dense canopy cover and tall trees for gliding, often found in both primary and secondary forests.
Diet
Hose's pygmy flying squirrel feeds mainly on fruits, seeds, and insects, which it forages at night in the forest canopy. It uses its gliding ability to access food sources in the trees, typically feeding on items like figs and various arthropods.
Behavior
It is nocturnal and arboreal, spending most of its time gliding between trees in search of food. Hose's pygmy flying squirrel is solitary and territorial, marking its area with scent and vocalizations to communicate with others. They are agile gliders, capable of covering distances up to 50 meters in a single glide.
Conservation Status
IUCN status is Vulnerable due to ongoing habitat loss from deforestation and logging. Population trends are decreasing, with major threats including fragmentation of rainforest habitats.