




Ictidomys tridecemlineatus
The Thirteen-lined Ground Squirrel is a small, lively animal with stripes on its back. They love to dig and play in the grass, making little burrows to live in.
生息地: Grasslands
The Thirteen-lined Ground Squirrel is easily recognized by its slender brown fur covered in 13 alternating dark brown stripes and rows of light, cream-colored spots. Its small, pointed ears and short legs give it a sleek appearance.





カテゴリ
哺乳類レア度
Common
危険度
1/5 · 非常に低い
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Some people call them "striped gophers" because they live underground!
Their cheek pouches can stretch huge to carry lots of collected snacks.
These squirrels can run in a zig-zag pattern to confuse quick predators.
They can enter a deep sleep called torpor even during summer's heat!
Thirteen-lined Ground Squirrels can hibernate for over half a year, slowing their body to survive cold winters without food.
Thirteen-lined Ground Squirrels can dig extensive burrows underground, which provide safe homes and escape routes.
Thirteen-lined Ground Squirrels have a sharp, high-pitched whistle that helps them warn others of danger.
These omnivores munch on seeds, insects, and plants, keeping their energy up for active days!
Canis latrans
A common predator in grassland habitats.
Buteo jamaicensis
Hunts ground squirrels from above in open fields.
Pituophis catenifer
Preys on squirrels and their young in burrows.
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Melanoplus bivittatus
Feeds on various insects, including grasshoppers.
Zea mays
Opportunistically eats seeds from agricultural crops.
まだ別名はありません。
危険度
1/5 · 非常に低い
Watch from a distance and don't try to touch them, as they can be shy.
17-30 cm
0.11-0.25 kg
2-5 年
20 km/h
These omnivores munch on seeds, insects, and plants, keeping their energy up for active days!
Grasslands
Foraging
2-15
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