Golden-Mantled Ground Squirrel

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Golden-Mantled Ground Squirrel

Golden-Mantled Ground Squirrel

Golden-Mantled Ground Squirrel (Spermophilus lateralis)- my summit buddy on Cathedral Rock. Spring Mountains, Nevada. Summer 2009. The squirrel’s name comes from the golden brown or russet mantle over its head and shoulders.
Anya Jingle
on Sep 19, 2009 1:09 am
Image Type(s): Wildlife
Image ID: 554775

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dai tora

dai tora - Sep 24, 2009 2:11 pm - Voted 10/10

cute squirrel

thank you for this nice photo.

Anya Jingle

Anya Jingle - Sep 24, 2009 7:33 pm - Hasn't voted

Re: cute squirrel

Thank you for the comment and greetings from Nevada!
Anya

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