White-tailed Antelope Squirrel

Ammospermophilus leucurus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae

About

The white-tailed antelope squirrel is a diurnal species of ground squirrel, scientifically classified in the order Rodentia and family Sciuridae, found in arid regions of the southwestern United States and the Baja California Peninsula of northwestern Mexico.

Fun Fact

White-tailed antelope squirrels use their flat, white-furred tails as parasols, arching them over their backs to shade their bodies while foraging on scorching desert surfaces.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Deserts and arid scrublands

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

3-5 years

Threats

Invasive Species
Overgrazing

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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