The Idaho ground squirrel (Urocitellus brunneus) is a species of the largest genus of ground squirrels. There are two subspecies, both in Idaho. They are also known as Idaho Spotted Ground Squirrel.
Read more about Idaho Ground Squirrel: Description, Northern Idaho Ground Squirrel (U. Brunneus Brunneus), Southern Idaho Ground Squirrel (U. Brunneus Endemicus)
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