Critter

Desert squirrel (Harris' antelope squirrel) comes for a handout.

- San Felipe, Baja (Mexico)

 

Info: Harris's antelope squirrels are diurnal being active during the day, including midday hot hours. They do not hibernate and remain active above ground during the year. These squirrels are solitary and meet only during the breeding season. They often climb cacti to scan the territory. Harris's antelope squirrels live in burrows that are often found under various shrubs. They also locate their shelters around rock-bound hills, where they can easily take shelter when necessary. In order to protect themselves from the heat of the desert these little rodents carry their tails over their bodies providing shade. They also use a heat reduction method where individuals move into shaded positions and lie spread eagled against the ground. This method is called a "heat dumping". In order to communicate with each these animals produce trill sounds and stamp their forepaws as alarm signs. > animalia.bio/harriss-antelope-squirrel

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