Yellow-throated squirrel
Species of rodent
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The yellow-throated squirrel (Sciurus gilvigularis) is a tree squirrel in the genus Sciurus endemic to South America. It is found in Brazil, Guyana and Venezuela.
| Yellow-throated squirrel | |
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| Mato Grosso, Brazil | |
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Mammalia |
| Order: | Rodentia |
| Family: | Sciuridae |
| Genus: | Sciurus |
| Species: | S. gilvigularis |
| Binomial name | |
| Sciurus gilvigularis Wagner, 1842 | |
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| Yellow-throated squirrel's range | |
Description
Yellow-throated squirrels are colored buff-and-black on their upper bodies. Their ventral fur is orange, tending to be darkest on the upper chest and fading to a paler color on the throat and belly. The tail is grizzled with black and buff, and may display faint bands.[3]
Distribution and habitat
Ecology and behavior
Yellow-throated squirrels feed primarily on palm seeds and fruits. The seeds of the maripa palm in particular are a major food source.[3]
