Mexican Ground Squirrel

Ictidomys mexicanus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae

About

The Mexican ground squirrel is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. It is found in Mexico and the United States. One of its closest relatives is the thirteen-lined ground squirrel.

Fun Fact

It is common for most Mexican ground squirrels to hibernate, but there have been cases where they have not.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in northern Mexico, the Texas Gulf Coast, western and central Texas, and southeastern New Mexico.

Diet

Eats primarily seeds and grains.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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