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California Ground Squirrel

Otospermophilus beecheyi

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Field Notes

Description:

Thinner tail; spotty back with lighter fur over shoulders. Very bold and playful.

Habitat:

California beaches

Notes:

We saw several family groups on the same beach. The juveniles were very playful.

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California Coastal Wildlife Watch

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PublishedJuly 2, 2013

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