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Golden-Mantled Ground Squirrel

Spermophilus lateralis

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Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel

Spermophilus lateralis

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Gordon Dietzman
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Christine Y.
So cute! I saw these in Oregon and I found them to be very friendly as well! They came right up to me, most likely begging for food ;)
LorraineDianeLafleur
Thanks Isaa1, This Squirrel was so friendly. Practically walked right up to me. Though i am assuming it was thinking i had food, sniffed around a bit and galloped away. lol
Jellis
Golden-Mantled don't have facial stripes, so whenever you see what looks like a Chipmunk with no markings on the face you'll know.
CarlaLouise
Deceiving with his chipmunk looks, but the long tail gave it up eh? hehe!
Gordon Dietzman
Lorraine, Actually this is a golden-mantled ground squirrel, which is a pretty cool animal. Great photo!

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