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Columbian Ground Squirrel
Urocitellus columbianus
48.5894, -113.364
Field Notes
Description:
The Columbian ground squirrel is a species of rodent in the Sciuridae family. They are only active approximately 100 days each year. The males emerge first from hibernation each Spring - prior to the emergence of leafy vegetation - and rely on food stores previously cached to survive. Females emerge soon after, mate, and reproduce with the number of offspring ranging from three to five.
Habitat:
Prefers grasslands and sedges, but can be found in intermontane valleys, open woodland, subalpine meadows, etc.
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PublishedAugust 26, 2013
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