Harris' Antelope Squirrel

Ammospermophilus harrisii

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae

About

Harris's antelope squirrel is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. It is found in Arizona and New Mexico in the United States, and in Sonora in Mexico. They are adapted to hot weather conditions including a technique called "heat dumping". They have a wide-ranging diet, including both vegetation, insects, small rodents and carrion.

Fun Fact

They are adapted to hot weather conditions including a technique called "heat dumping".

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Eat vegetation, and also consume insects, small rodents and carrion.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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