Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel

Told by its coppery head and shoulders and long white side stripe bordered in black. Unlike similar-looking chipmunks, it lacks facial stripes.

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Common Name

Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel

Comments

When predators approach, individuals will sound warning calls causing all to flee to the safety of their burrows. Those found near campgrounds are often very tame.

Scientific Name

Spermophilus lateralis

Habitat

Moist coniferous forests in the mountains.

Size

To 12 in. (30 cm)