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Least Chipmunk

Neotamias minimus

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Field Notes

Description:

These are the smallest chipmunks in North America.They have three dark lines on their back alternating with white stripes. Tails are a reddish brown and sides a brownish gray. Underparts are whitish.

Habitat:

I photographed this chipmunk in an open ponderosa forest, but they live in many habitats including sagebrush plains, deciduous forests, and mountain areas.

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Adorable! I think chipmunks are obnoxious if they're right by (or in) your house, but extremely cute if they're anywhere else.
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PublishedNovember 19, 2011

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