Nelson's Antelope Squirrel (Ammospermophilus nelsoni) — Endangered Mammalia

Nelson's Antelope Squirrel

Ammospermophilus nelsoni

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae

About

The San Joaquin antelope squirrel or Nelson's antelope squirrel, is a species of antelope squirrel, in the San Joaquin Valley of the U.S. state of California.

Fun Fact

Since the San Joaquin Valley fell under heavy agricultural cultivation, habitat loss combined with rodenticide use has reduced the squirrels numbers enough that it is now listed as a threatened species.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the Carrizo Plain, where their original habitat remains undisturbed.

Diet

Diet of the squirrels.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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