Perote Ground Squirrel

Xerospermophilus perotensis

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae

About

The Perote ground squirrel is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. It is endemic to Mexico and is currently at risk of extinction. Perote ground squirrels live within the same area as rock squirrels but they use different microhabitats. In one case it also shares its habitat with the Mexican ground squirrel.

Fun Fact

It is endemic to Mexico and is currently at risk of extinction.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Live in alkaline grasslands, arid scrubs and hilly, rocky areas where they will dig their burrows.

Diet

To be updated

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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