Interesting Facts About Black Giant Squirrel
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The black giant squirrel is one of the world's largest squirrels with total length that can exceed 75 cm.
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It is distinguished by its jet black or dark brown upperparts and pale underparts, though colour can vary geographically.
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They are solitary, build spherical nests in tall trees, and primarily eat fruits, seeds, and leaves.
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They are diurnal, communicate with barks and chirps, and are known for making huge leaps.
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The squirrel's tail is long and flattened that it uses for balance during leaps.
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They spend most of their lives in the high canopy of tall primary forests.
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They are active in the mornings and afternoons, but rest during the hottest part of the day.
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They are found throughout the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia and some Indonesian islands.
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