Melindus
Melindus is a genus of small, arboreal mammals belonging to the family Sciuridae, which also includes squirrels and chipmunks. These animals are native to the rainforests of South America, primarily found in the Amazon Basin and surrounding regions. They are characterized by their slender bodies, long bushy tails, and large, expressive eyes. Melindus species are typically nocturnal or crepuscular, spending much of their active hours foraging for food in the forest canopy.
The diet of Melindus consists mainly of fruits, nuts, seeds, and insects. They are agile climbers, using
There are several recognized species within the Melindus genus, each with subtle differences in size, fur patterns,