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Douglas's Ground Squirrel

Otospermophilus douglasii

Douglas's Ground Squirrel is a small, lively animal that loves to dig and play in the grass. They have fluffy tails and are often seen scurrying around in their homes.

Habitat: Grasslands

Appearance

The Douglas's Ground Squirrel is a medium-sized rodent with a brownish-gray back, often subtly mottled. It has a distinctive reddish-brown patch on its underside, particularly around its eyes and legs, differentiating it from similar ground squirrels.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderRodentiaFamilySciuridaeGenusOtospermophilus
Douglas's Ground Squirrel
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Douglas's Ground Squirrel

Category

Mammals

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Snaps

8

Interesting facts

Douglas's Ground Squirrels help new plants grow by spreading seeds as they forage!

These clever squirrels sometimes line their burrows with soft grass for extra coziness!

These ground squirrels enter a deep sleep called torpor to save energy in cold weather!

They can stand super still, blending into their rocky surroundings like a statue!

Special abilities

Ability

Chirp Communicator

Douglas's Ground Squirrel can emit sharp, distinct alarm chirps that helps them warn others about nearby predators.

Ability

Master Burrower

Douglas's Ground Squirrel has strong claws that helps them dig complex underground tunnels for shelter and safety.

Ability

Food Stasher

Douglas's Ground Squirrel can gather seeds and nuts in its cheek pouches to store food for later, especially during leaner times.

Measurements & details

Length
23-30 cm
Weight
0.2-0.4 kg
Lifespan
3-6 years
Top Speed
25 km/h
Litter Size
4-15
Gestation
27-30 days

Diet & Feeding

These busy squirrels munch on seeds, nuts, fruits, flowers, grasses, and even insects!

Primary Foods

  • Seeds
  • Nuts
  • Berries
  • Fungi
  • Insects
  • Green vegetation

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

No aliases listed yet.

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always watch from a distance and don't try to touch wild animals.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify Douglas's Ground Squirrel?

The easiest way to identify Douglas's Ground Squirrel is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.

How long is Douglas's Ground Squirrel?

23-30 cm

How much does Douglas's Ground Squirrel weigh?

0.2-0.4 kg

How long does Douglas's Ground Squirrel live?

3-6 years

How fast can Douglas's Ground Squirrel move?

25 km/h

What does Douglas's Ground Squirrel eat?

These busy squirrels munch on seeds, nuts, fruits, flowers, grasses, and even insects!

Where is Douglas's Ground Squirrel usually found?

Grasslands

How does Douglas's Ground Squirrel hunt?

Foraging

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