Little Ground Squirrel (Spermophilus pygmaeus) — Least Concern Mammalia

Little Ground Squirrel

Spermophilus pygmaeus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae

About

The little ground squirrel or little souslik is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. It is found from Eastern Europe to Central Asia.

Fun Fact

The body length is up to 230 millimetres and the tail measures up to 40 millimetres.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Diet consists of green vegetation, roots and seeds.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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