Uinta ground squirrel
A species of Ground squirrels Scientific name : Urocitellus armatus Genus : Ground squirrels
Uinta ground squirrel, A species of Ground squirrels
Scientific name: Urocitellus armatus
Genus: Ground squirrels
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Description
The Uinta ground squirrel is a moderately sized ground squirrel, measuring 28 to 30 cm (11 to 12 in) in total length. They weigh about 210 g (7.4 oz) when they emerge from hibernation, a figure that steadily increases until they are ready to hibernate again in the fall. Their fur is brown to cinnamon in color, being paler on the underside and grey on the sides of the head and neck. The 6 to 8 cm (2.4 to 3.1 in) tail is buff with a grey underside, as distinct from the ochraceous or reddish color found in closely related species such as Belding's or Wyoming ground squirrels. Females have ten teats. 
General Info
Lifespan
6-12 years
Diet
Uinta ground squirrel, also known as the Uinta ground squirrel, is primarily herbivorous, with a diet rich in grasses, seeds, and a variety of flowering plants. They may occasionally indulge in small insects and bird eggs during food scarcity.
Appearance
Uinta ground squirrel is a small, moderately robust rodent with coarse, thick fur. Its coloration predominantly ranges from light brown to dark gray with light-colored underparts. Notably, dark guard hairs adorned with white tips give uinta ground squirrel a spiky appearance. It also presents short ears, a characteristically muscular tail and strong legs equipped with sharp claws. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Uinta ground squirrel is a diurnal, social species characterized by colonial burrow living structures. Renowned for their vigilant stand-up postures on hind legs, they exhibit distinct whistle-like warning calls during predator detection. Uinta ground squirrel's mating season involves territorial disputes, predominantly led by males. Known for their winter hibernation, they rely on fat reserves for survival.
Scientific Classification
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Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Gnawing mammals Family
Squirrels Genus
Ground squirrels Species
Uinta ground squirrel 
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