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Nicobar Treeshrew: Facts, Habitat, Threats

All you need to know about this mammal found only on the Nicobar Islands

Text by: Nisarg Prakash Design by: Diviya Mehra

Updated May 27, 2026

Text by: Nisarg Prakash Design by: Diviya Mehra

Updated May 27, 2026

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All you need to know about this mammal found only on the Nicobar Islands

What is the Nicobar treeshrew's IUCN status?

Endangered

What is the scientific name of the Nicobar treeshrew?

Tupaia nicobarica

How many species of treeshrews are found in India?

Three

About the Authors

Nisarg Prakash

is a wildlife biologist working with Roundglass Sustain. A large part of my work before Sustain has been along streams and rivers, in the process trying to understand otters better

Diviya Mehra

is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.