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Funambulus palmarum
Squirrels are considered sacred in India and are not to be harmed. They are even fed by many Hindu families. This is mainly because of their association with Lord Rama. An interesting legend explains the stripes on the back of most of the squirrels.
Spotted on Nov 17, 2012
Submitted on Nov 17, 2012
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