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Rock Squirrel

Spermophilus variegatus

Photo by LuisStevens
Published on Project Noah
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37.3358, -112.957

Field Notes

Description:

Uinta ground squirrel sitting in Zion National Park, Utah.

Habitat:

Rocky terrain.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (7)

I think you are right Gordon. Thank you for the correct ID.
Luis, I'm wondering if this isn't a young Rock Squirrel (Spermophilus variegatus). I'm not very familiar with the rodents of that area, but this animal has a rather bushy tail for a Uinta ground squirrel. But I'm just guessing.
Thank you sintija.valucka and venusflytrap2000

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