🌿Native Nature

Eastern Fox Squirrel

Sciurus niger

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Rodentia ›Family: Sciuridae ›Genus: Sciurus

About

The fox squirrel (Sciurus niger), also known as the eastern fox squirrel or Bryant's fox squirrel, is the largest species of tree squirrel native to North America. Despite the differences in size and coloration, they are sometimes mistaken for American red squirrels or eastern gray squirrels in areas where the species co-exist.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eastern Fox Squirrel?
The scientific name of Eastern Fox Squirrel is Sciurus niger.
What kingdom does Eastern Fox Squirrel belong to?
Eastern Fox Squirrel belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Eastern Fox Squirrel belong to?
Eastern Fox Squirrel belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Eastern Fox Squirrel belong to?
Eastern Fox Squirrel belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Eastern Fox Squirrel belong to?
Eastern Fox Squirrel belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does Eastern Fox Squirrel belong to?
Eastern Fox Squirrel belongs to the family Sciuridae.
What genus does Eastern Fox Squirrel belong to?
Eastern Fox Squirrel belongs to the genus Sciurus.