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Golden-mantled ground squirrel
Callospermophilus lateralis
37.8816, -119.345
Field Notes
Description:
The golden-mantled ground squirrel can be identified by its chipmunk-like stripes and coloration, but unlike chipmunks, it lacks any facial stripes. It is commonly found living in the same habitat as Uinta chipmunks.
Habitat:
The golden-mantled ground squirrel is abundant throughout its range and is equally at home in a wide variety of forest habitats as well as rocky meadows, and even sagebrush flats.
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Golden-mantled ground squirrel
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PublishedMay 21, 2013
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