Wildlifeof Sumatra
Common Treeshrew
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Tupaia glis
Basic stats
Range
Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia
Size
Average body length 16–21cm
Weight
Average about 190g
The common treeshrew is one of the largest treeshrews, with an average body length of 16–21 cm and an average weight of about 190 g. The upper parts vary from reddish-brown to greyish or black and the belly is whitish. The long, bushy tail is dark greyish-brown and almost reaches the length of the body (Wikipedia, general species account).
It is native to Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia, remains common and shows some adaptability to ongoing habitat loss (Wikipedia, general species account).
Quick answers
- Where is the Common Treeshrew found?
- Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia
- How big is the Common Treeshrew?
- Average body length 16–21cm
- How much does the Common Treeshrew weigh?
- Average about 190g