Taxonomy
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Mammal
Habitat
This species inhabits dense, subtropical evergreen forests in the Namdapha National Park of Arunachal Pradesh, India, at elevations between 1,000 and 1,500 meters. It prefers old-growth trees for gliding and nesting, avoiding heavily disturbed areas.
Diet
The Namdapha flying squirrel primarily feeds on fruits, nuts, seeds, and possibly insects, foraging in the forest canopy. It is nocturnal, actively searching for food at night using its gliding ability to move between trees.
Behavior
This squirrel is nocturnal and arboreal, spending most of its time gliding between trees in search of food. It is likely solitary and territorial, with individuals defending their home ranges, though specific social interactions are not well-documented due to its rarity.
Conservation Status
The IUCN status is Critically Endangered due to habitat loss from deforestation and fragmentation, with a decreasing population trend.