Andean squirrels can be kept for about ten years under normal circumstances. Andean squirrels are relatively small in size, and long tails are one of their more obvious characteristics. They prefer to live in the cold temperate zone or sub-cold zone. It is also one of the few squirrels that likes to be active during the day, especially in the morning, when the frequency of activity is higher.

Andean squirrels are very agile and like to jump on trees, and Andean squirrels Do not hibernate, although they have the habit of overwintering, but it does not affect their way of life.