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About Antelope Squirrel
Diurnal mammal, active during the dayHerbivorous, eating a variety of seeds, fruits, and vegetationKnown for its distinctive white stripes on its back
Size
22 - 27 cm
Weight
100 - 140 g
Lifespan
up to 5-7 years
Diet
Herbivorous, eating a variety of seeds, fruits, and vegetation
Conservation Status
Status
Least Concern
Population Trend
stable
Threats
- Habitat loss and fragmentation
- Predation by coyotes and hawks
Additional Notes
The Antelope Squirrel is a widespread and relatively common species, but its population is declining in some parts of its range due to habitat loss and fragmentation, and predation by coyotes and hawks.
Distribution
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Southwestern United States
North America • United States
Northwestern Mexico
North America • Mexico
The Antelope Squirrel is a widely distributed species, found in deserts and grasslands of the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico.