“” Yucatan squirrel. Denis Barthel / Wikimedia Commons Native to Mexico and Central America, the Yucatan squirrel is a tree-dwelling rodent with dark brown fur and a bushy tail. These agile climbers are common in tropical forests, where they feed on fruits, nuts and seeds. Despite their shy nature, they play a crucial role in […]
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Native to Mexico and Central America, the Yucatan squirrel is a tree-dwelling rodent with dark brown fur and a bushy tail. These agile climbers are common in tropical forests, where they feed on fruits, nuts and seeds. Despite their shy nature, they play a crucial role in seed dispersal.
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