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The Indian Giant Flying Squirrel, that was recently spotted in Uttarakhand, is primarily found in which region?
South Asia and Southeast Asia
Australia
North America and South America
South Africa
South Asia and Southeast Asia
The Indian Giant Flying Squirrel, a rare nocturnal rodent, was recently sighted in the Ramnagar forests of Uttarakhand after a 12-year absence.
The Indian Giant Flying Squirrel (Petaurista philippensis) is an arboreal, nocturnal rodent known for gliding between trees using a membrane called a patagium. Its reappearance in Uttarakhand highlights the biodiversity significance of the Himalayan foothill ecosystems. While widespread across parts of Asia, its specific habitat requirements in dry deciduous and evergreen forests make it a key indicator species for forest health. Environmental researchers continue to monitor such species to assess the effectiveness of local wildlife corridors and habitat preservation efforts.
Species: Petaurista philippensis (Indian Giant Flying Squirrel)
Location of recent sighting: Ramnagar forests, Uttarakhand
Family: Sciuridae (squirrel family)
IUCN Conservation Status: Least Concern
Time elapsed since last recorded sighting in this region: Nearly 12 years
A is correct тАФ The Indian Giant Flying Squirrel is primarily distributed across South Asia, mainland Southeast Asia, and parts of southern and central China.
Remember that 'flying' squirrels like the Indian Giant species are actually gliders, not true fliers like birds or bats, and they use their patagium membrane to navigate the canopy in specific eco-zones like those found in the Himalayas and South-East Asia.
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