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Spotted Ground Squirrel

Xerospermophilus spilosoma

Taxonomy

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

About

The spotted ground squirrel (Xerospermophilus spilosoma) is a species of ground squirrel in the rodent family Sciuridae. It is found throughout Mexico and the central and western United States. Characterized by a white spotted back, the spotted ground squirrel is one of the smallest squirrels found in North America. They are mainly herbivorous, but also eat insects. A burrowing mammal, the spotted ground squirrel will make tunnels to store its food, as well as shelter and...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Spotted Ground Squirrel?
The scientific name of Spotted Ground Squirrel is Xerospermophilus spilosoma.
What kingdom does Spotted Ground Squirrel belong to?
Spotted Ground Squirrel belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Spotted Ground Squirrel belong to?
Spotted Ground Squirrel belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Spotted Ground Squirrel belong to?
Spotted Ground Squirrel belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Spotted Ground Squirrel belong to?
Spotted Ground Squirrel belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does Spotted Ground Squirrel belong to?
Spotted Ground Squirrel belongs to the family Sciuridae.
What genus does Spotted Ground Squirrel belong to?
Spotted Ground Squirrel belongs to the genus Xerospermophilus.