White-tailed antelope squirrel
A species of Antelope squirrels Scientific name : Ammospermophilus leucurus Genus : Antelope squirrels
White-tailed antelope squirrel, A species of Antelope squirrels
Scientific name: Ammospermophilus leucurus
Genus: Antelope squirrels
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Description
The white-tailed antelope (Ammospermophilus leucurus) belong to the genus Antilope Ziesel. It occurs in parts of the western United States as well as in Mexico (Baja California).
General Info
Lifespan
6-10 years
Diet
White-tailed antelope squirrel's diet primarily includes seeds from a wide variety of plants, supplemented with plant tissues, insects, and occasionally, vertebrates. Tailoring food selection to seasonal availability, it demonstrates dietary flexibility, ensuring survival in arid regions.
Appearance
White-tailed antelope squirrel is a small, cylindrical-bodied rodent, measuring about 23cm in length. It boasts a slick, short coat of fur that ranges from a sandy to reddish-brown color on the upper parts, blending into white beneath. Its defining features include large, convex eyes, furry cheeks, and a tufted tail. The tail also signals intraspecific communication by showing white underside during aggression or excitement.
Behavior
White-tailed antelope squirrel is an diurnal and burrow-dwelling species known for its well-adapted survival tactics, including preparatory hibernation. Its diet primarily consists of seeds and vegetation. It tends to live solitarily or in small familial units, demonstrating a slightly territorial behavior, marking its area with scent glands and signage of burrowing.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Gnawing mammals Family
Squirrels Genus
Antelope squirrels Species
White-tailed antelope squirrel 
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