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Xerospermophilus tereticaudus
Very small, adults are only about 125 grams (4 oz). They have a long round tail and long, hairy hind feet. Uniform sandy color with no body markings.
Live in the desert of the Southwestern U.S. and Northern Mexico. Burrow in sandy ground, and stay in burrows during the winter.
Spotted on Oct 14, 2011
Submitted on Oct 21, 2011
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I love the second picture. Very cute little thing