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Columbian Ground Squirrel – Sounding Off

Sounding Off From an article by The American Society of Mammalogists, scientists have observed that the Columbian Ground Squirrel has quite a repertoire of vocalizations … even giving different calls for threats from the sky versus a danger approaching overland. The rate at which the alarm is delivered may also indicate the severity of the peril. Here, ‘Squeaky Squirrel’ is caught sounding off. ~ Anecdote and Columbian Ground Squirrel capture, Sound Off © Jerry L. Ferrara

Spring Renovation Home restoration is often a dirty job. Here, an industrious Columbian Ground Squirrel pauses during spring renovation of its burrow, den and mound. The soil on its front paws and heaped on the bridge of its nose and top of its head is telltale of its earth-moving methodology. One quick glance and the high-spirited rodent resumed excavation. ~ Anecdote and Columbian Ground Squirrel capture, Spring Renovation © Jerry L. Ferrara