🌿Native Nature

Franklin's Ground Squirrel

Poliocitellus franklinii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Rodentia ›Family: Sciuridae ›Genus: Poliocitellus

About

Franklin's ground squirrel (Poliocitellus franklinii) is a species of squirrel native to North America, and the only member of the genus Poliocitellus. Due to the destruction of prairie, the populations of Franklin's ground squirrel have dwindled, approaching levels of concern. However, the species is prolific and locally abundant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Franklin's Ground Squirrel?
The scientific name of Franklin's Ground Squirrel is Poliocitellus franklinii.
What kingdom does Franklin's Ground Squirrel belong to?
Franklin's Ground Squirrel belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Franklin's Ground Squirrel belong to?
Franklin's Ground Squirrel belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Franklin's Ground Squirrel belong to?
Franklin's Ground Squirrel belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Franklin's Ground Squirrel belong to?
Franklin's Ground Squirrel belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does Franklin's Ground Squirrel belong to?
Franklin's Ground Squirrel belongs to the family Sciuridae.
What genus does Franklin's Ground Squirrel belong to?
Franklin's Ground Squirrel belongs to the genus Poliocitellus.