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Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel

Callospermophilus lateralis

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Field Notes

Description:

Chipmunk

Habitat:

Montaine

Species ID Suggestions

Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel

Callospermophilus lateralis

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Braelei
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Braelei
I made the mistake of thinking these guys were chipmunks, too. Project Noah taught me differently! They are ground squirrels- very similar to chipmunks, yet a little different.

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PublishedMarch 15, 2012

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