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California Ground Squirrel

Otospermophilus beecheyi

Description:

Their body measures 9 to 11 inches, while their semi bushy tail adds another 5 to 9 inches in length. Their fur is brownish gray and speckled with off white along the back; the sides of the head and shoulders are light gray to whitish. 

Habitat:

Found in open areas but sometimes they use available covers to hide.

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College of Lake County
Spotted by a stud ent at College of Lake County

SF, California, USA

Spotted on Jun 10, 2014
Submitted on May 6, 2016

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