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Spermophilus variegatus
Uinta ground squirrel sitting in Zion National Park, Utah.
Rocky terrain.
I think you are right Gordon. Thank you for the correct ID.
Luis, I'm wondering if this isn't a young Rock Squirrel (Spermophilus variegatus). I'm not very familiar with the rodents of that area, but this animal has a rather bushy tail for a Uinta ground squirrel. But I'm just guessing.
Thank you sintija.valucka and venusflytrap2000
adorable image, luis!
Wonderful photo! :))
Thank you Bernadette
Beautiful capture!
Spotted on Jul 14, 2013 Submitted on Apr 29, 2014
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I think you are right Gordon. Thank you for the correct ID.
Luis, I'm wondering if this isn't a young Rock Squirrel (Spermophilus variegatus). I'm not very familiar with the rodents of that area, but this animal has a rather bushy tail for a Uinta ground squirrel. But I'm just guessing.
Thank you sintija.valucka and venusflytrap2000
adorable image, luis!
Wonderful photo! :))
Thank you Bernadette
Beautiful capture!