Nature Awareness 8/26/2014 - Indian Giant Squirrel Indian Giant Squirrels (Ratufa indica) most often stay in trees, and find refuge within holes of the trees... but here is one amusing bit of information: these squirrels could leap from tree to tree, jumping a span of 6 meters or longer! The Indian Giant Squirrel is found in tropical forests, and that does include the rainforests. An Indian Giant Squirrel has dorsal colors that go from red to brown, but generally, they have a white fur in the belly area. Ears of an Indian Giant Squirrel are round, a pronounced hand with an inner paw that is of course used for gripping. A typical Indian Giant Squirrel weighs about 1.5 to 2 kilograms. The number of young on average per litter is two, and the Indian Giant Squirrels have a gestation period of 31 days. The reproductive particulars for these squirrels are not exactly known, but indications point to the fact that breeding happens all throughout the year. Longevity of these squirrels as far as the wild habitat is concerned, is also unknown, but according to records, one in captivity reached two decades. Basically, they are solitary creatures, and they are very cautious. These squirrels, like most, are omnivorous, surviving on flowers, fruits, eggs, insects and even bark. Symbolism: balance and counter-balance, determination, preparedness, sustenance, living in the moment, communication, bounty, abundance, change. Note: This species of squirrel has an incredibly long tail (not entirely displayed in the photo). The tail is longer than both the head and body combined.
Posted on: Tue, 26 Aug 2014 12:46:10 +0000
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