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Rock squirrel

Otospermophilus variegatus

Description:

The rock squirrel (Otospermophilus variegatus) is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. It is 43–53 cm (17–21 in) long.

Habitat:

It is found in Mexico and the United States.

Notes:

Bright Angel Trail, Grand Canyon, AZ

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Robb Hannawacker
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Robb Hannawacker

Arizona, USA

Spotted on Apr 16, 2005
Submitted on Jul 12, 2013

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