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About the Smiths Bush Squirrel
Smith's bush squirrel is a small, agile squirrel of southern and eastern Africa, commonly associated with woodland and savanna where mature trees provide food and shelter. It has a slender body, bushy tail and generally grey-brown to reddish-brown fur depending on the individual and region. It feeds mainly on seeds, fruits, flowers, leaves and other plant material, while insects may also be taken. It is primarily arboreal and spends much of its time moving rapidly through branches while foraging or avoiding predators.
How to identify the Smiths Bush Squirrel
Small, compact tree squirrel with grey-brown to olive-brown upperparts, a paler underside and a long bushy tail. The ears are relatively small and the body is slender compared with larger African squirrels.
Did you know?
Smith’s Bush Squirrels are highly agile in trees and can move rapidly through branches while using their bushy tails for balance.
Also known as: Smith se Bos-eekhoring, Bush Squirrel
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