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	California Ground Squirrel
		While ground squirrels are similar in appearance to tree squirrels and may climb trees, when frightened they will always retreat to a burrow, whereas tree squirrels will climb a tree or high structure and never use a burrow.
		Ground squirrels can harbor diseases harmful to humans, particularly when squirrel populations are dense.
		Ground squirrels are susceptible to plague, which has wiped out entire colonies.
	cecalaveras.ucdavis.edu /squirrel.htm (1314 words)

	California Ground Squirrel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		The tail is relatively bushy for a ground squirrel, and at a quick glance the squirrelmight be mistaken for a fox squirrel.
		California Ground Squirrels are frequently preyed on by rattlesnakes.Recent research by scientists at the University of California, Davis has shown that the squirrels attempt to repel the snakes byheating their tails, so as to emit infra-red radiation that the snakes detectthrough their pit organ, which is the sensory system they primarily rely on when hunting.
		California Ground Squirrels are often regarded as a pest ingardens and parks, since they will feed off ornamental plants and trees.
	www.therfcc.org /california-ground-squirrel-296905.html (322 words)

	Ground Squirrels
		The ground squirrel that is most likely to be encountered in Los Angeles County is the California Ground Squirrel also known as the Beechy Ground Squirrel.
		California ground squirrels are gray with lighter flecks distributed over the surface of the back and sides.
		Ground squirrel live in unplugged burrows in the ground that are approximately 4 inches across and are active only during the day.
	acwm.co.la.ca.us /scripts/ground_squirrels.htm (520 words)

	California Ground Squirrel Management Guidelines--UC IPM
		The California ground squirrel, Spermophilus beecheyi, is one of the most troublesome pests to homeowners and gardeners.
		While ground squirrels are similar in appearance to tree squirrels and may climb trees, when frightened they will always retreat to a burrow, whereas tree squirrels will climb a tree or tall structure and never use a burrow.
		Ground squirrels are active during the day, mainly from mid-morning through late afternoon, especially on warm, sunny days.
	www.ipm.ucdavis.edu /PMG/PESTNOTES/pn7438.html (2634 words)

	California Ground Squirrel Info
		In studying California Ground Squirrels, one group of scientists found a squirrel home with six females and five males which consisted of tunnels totaling 741 feet in length and had thrity-three openings.
		California Ground Squirrels go into "true hibernation," that is, unlike a bear which merely enjoys a long period of sleep, the ground squirrel goes into what might be thought of as a state of near suspended animation.
		California Ground Squirrels may live as long as six years, but three or four years is probably their average life span in the wild.
	www.etc-etc.com /sqrlinfo.htm (979 words)

	How to kill ground squirrels, gophers and all rodents. Control information page.
		In contrast, Belding ground squirrels are slightly smaller, have a short flat tail, and are solid brown.
		California ground squirrels are generally more of a nuisance than a serious problem because they prefer to stay on field edges, along fence rows or roadsides.
		Ground squirrel burrow systems are much larger in diameter than are gopher systems, and their burrow entrances are always unplugged.
	www.rodent-killer.com /Squirrel3.html (1238 words)

	WDFW -- Western Gray Squirrels
		This is a guide to distinguish the state-threatened western gray squirrel from other native squirrels (Douglas', red and flying) and from three introduced species (Eastern gray, fox and California ground squirrel) with which they can be readily confused.
		Eastern gray, Douglas, and flying squirrels are present in the southern Puget Trough; all species except California ground squirrels are found in Chelan and Okanogan Counties; and Klickitat and southern Yakima Counties are home to all but fox and red squirrels.
		California ground squirrels, also called "gray diggers", are hunted in Washington; special care should be taken to distinguish between these and western gray squirrels.
	wdfw.wa.gov /wlm/diversty/soc/wgraysquirrels (905 words)

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		After observing the California ground squirrel in its habitat it is important not to disturb it by feeding it which leads to altering of the squirrels’ behavior pattern.
		The ground squirrel’s bushy tail is used for balance, to act as a parachute if it falls out of a tree and to communicate with other squirrels.
		The California ground squirrel’s main objective is to gather food either for the present or for storage during cold weather.
	myweb.lmu.edu /lswenson/AnimBehav351/PS351Example.doc (2177 words)

	SDNHM - California Ground Squirrel
		This ground squirrel is found in many plant communities in all the life zones from the coast into the mountains, from southern California to central Washington.
		Some species of ground squirrels become torpid (metabolism slows down) when food is scarce and most use stored fat for energy during estivation (passing the summer or dry season in a torpid state) and hibernation (passing the winter in a resting state).
		When ground squirrel numbers are high their activities, burrows, and food preferences may cause problems for ranchers and farmers.
	www.sdnhm.org /fieldguide/mammals/sper-bee.html (626 words)

	Master Gardeners — Ground Squirrel Pests
		As their existence could be impacted by some squirrel control techniques, it is important to contact your county agricultural commissioner for additional information before using such methods as fumigation and baiting.
		Shooting squirrels with a.22 rifle may provide some control in rural areas where ground squirrel population is low.
		It is illegal to release live ground squirrels without a written permit from the California Fish and Game Code (because they carry disease and are agricultural pests).
	www.mastergardeners.org /resources/animals/ground_squirrels.html (289 words)

	How to care for baby squirrels: raise, squirrel, feed, formula, food, rehabilitation, information, photos
		Juvenile tree squirrels are old enough to be on their own if they have a big fluffy tail.
		Ground squirrels have white around the eyes, shorter less fluffy tails, are smaller and have white spots on their shoulders.
		Baby squirrels should be about 99 degrees F. They can't regulate their own heat when they are babies so they need external heat.
	www.mary.cc /squirrels/foundababy.htm (1338 words)

	Death-Valley.us - California ground squirrel - Citellus beecheyi (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		From central Washington through western Oregon, California and into the northern part of Baja California, this squirrel is found in plains, small meadows, tree-covered hillsides, rocky outcrops and granite taluses.
		California Ground Squirrels are ever vigilent and ready to sound an alarm if danger is perceived.
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	www.death-valley.us /article22.html (1126 words)

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		Ground squirrels can become a problem in the yard and around the home when their burrows lead to flooding.
		The California ground squirrel is limited in it's range to mostly the west coast from the state of Washington down to Mexico.
		Interestingly, ground squirrels seem to find these sets quickly when our strong smelling lure is used but they also seem to like the protective feeling of the garbage pail cover since it provides a false sense of security they like.
	www.bugspray.com /article/groundsquirrel.html (3897 words)

	Facing down the meddlesome ground squirrel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		The ground squirrel, however, has long played a role in the California ecosystem, so open warfare with them may not be suitable.
		A native of California that inhabits grasslands, the squirrel figured in the diet of California Indian tribes, as well as in that of the Spanish missionaries and European visitors to the missions.
		Despite having created the squirrel's favorite habitat by clearing the acreage of brushy, woody growth and promoting the spread of annual weeds and grasses by cultivating the ground, we consider the ground squirrel persona non grata.
	www.sfgate.com /cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2002/07/20/HO173158.DTL (1303 words)

	Varmint Al's Varmint Hunting Page
		Ground squirrels also drill holes in the levees around the islands in the Delta and can cause serious flooding problems if their hole systems start to leak water.
		Most ground squirrels that have been "thinned out" are not as undamaged as the one on the left with the large equipment.
		If hunters don’t shoot the ground squirrels, the farmers are forced to poison them or they will over run their land.
	www.varmintal.com /avarm.htm (2695 words)

	CALIFORNIA'S PLANTS AND ANIMALS (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		The squirrel is threatened by loss and degradation of its habitat due to clearing for agriculture and military activities and for urban, suburban, and rural development, livestock grazing, and OHVs.
		A trial court ruled in 1994 that the FGC could not delist the squirrel because it had not done an analysis of the environmental impact of delisting.
		The status in 1999 of the Mohave ground squirrel: Unknown.
	www.dfg.ca.gov /hcpb/cgi-bin/read_one.asp?specy=mammals&idNum=26 (538 words)

	Ground Squirrel
		California Ground Squirrels are ever vigilent and ready to sound an alarm if danger is perceived.
		California Ground Squirrels go into "true hibernation," that is, unlike a bear which merely enjoys a long period of sleep, the ground squirrel goes into what might be thought of as a state of near suspended animation.
		California Ground Squirrels may live as long as six years, but three or four years is probably their average life span in the wild.
	kaweahoaks.com /html/ground_squirrel.htm (1050 words)

	Ground Squirrel Control
		California ground squirrels (Spermophilus beecheyi) are considered one of the most economically damaging rodent pests in the state.
		As with other rodent control projects (gophers, rabbits, mice, rats, etc.) controlling ground squirrel on a large scale basis is difficult and requires the development of a site-specific plan that will allow for both reducing the existing infestation to a maintainable level and the implementation of a continuous service program to prevent future reinfestation problems.
		California ground squirrels are medium sized rodents (1.25 to 2 lbs.) with head and body length averaging 9.5 to 11 inches.
	www.animalpest.com /gsc.html (410 words)

	The Airgun Letter - Ground Squirrel Hunting, Part 1
		We did well, had an enjoyable hunt, but it wasn't a "trophy hunt" because fifty-five of the seventy-four ground squirrels we got (74%) were half to two-thirds grown juveniles and not nearly as wary as either the adults or the mid to late summer juveniles.
		The now golden brown, foot high, summer-dried grass was shorter in the ground squirrel flats, being eaten down by range cattle and ground squirrels, etc. Huge 1.5 to 2 inch acorns were littering the ground under the gnarly, massive, thick trunked deciduous valley oaks.
		The relatively few ground squirrels in sight were very nervous and dove into their burrows before we walked within one hundred yards.
	www.geocities.com /n3umw/g_s_hunting_pg_1.html (4730 words)

	California Ground Squirrel (Spermophilus beecheyi)
		The California Ground Squirrel was first reported by Richardson, 1829.
		The California Ground Squirrel has a single pair of incisors in each jaw.
		The California Ground Squirrel is found in (but not necessarily limited to) the United States of America.
	www.unitedstatesfauna.com /californiagroundsquirrel.php (226 words)

	Birds of the Columbia Basin
		A tiny ground squirrel, photographed in the Yakima Canyon in April of 2002.
		One of the tons of ground squirrels at the refuge headquarters at Malheur, Oregon.
		This large ground squirrel was photographed in the Yakima Canyon in April of 2002.
	www.christinevadai.com /columbia_basin.htm (656 words)

	CALSQUIRREL
		Generally the Calfornia Ground Squirrel measures between 16 and 19 inches in overall length.
		Scientists studying this squirrel found a squirrel home with 6 females and 5 males which consisted of tunnels totaling 741 feet in length and had 33 openings.
		The squirrels are ever vigilant and ready to sound the alarm at any precieved danger.
	www.kalielsspiritpage.homestead.com /CALSQUIRREL.html (490 words)

	California Ground Squirrel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		The California ground squirrel Spermophilus beecheyi can also be found in Oregon and Washington.
		The California ground squirrel eats grasses, herbaceous plants, seeds, nuts and grains.
		California Ground Squirrel UC Davis page with a lot of information on the California ground squirrel.
	www.cat1234.com /id48.htm (75 words)

	Observing Squirrel Behavior - Succeed by Understanding Behavior
		If a California ground squirrel is attacked by a rattlesnake, it may fight back using the unique mechanism of heating up its tail.
		Squirrels have the ability to turn their feet one hundred and eighty degrees, which allows it to quickly scurry up the nearest tree to escape.
		In fact, the squirrel is able to assess the level of danger the rattlesnake represents from its sounds.
	www.school-for-champions.com /behavior/squirrel_defenses.htm (929 words)

	CentralPets.com - Squirrel - Ground, California Page (Printer Friendly Version)
		The California Ground Squirrel is omnivorous and will eat a variety of foods including green vegetation, insects, bird's eggs, and even the remains of its own kind.
		Mature California Ground Squirrels average between 14 and 20 inches in length, with tails measuring between five and nine inches.
		Baby California Ground Squirrels are born in relatively high numbers, averaging five to eight babies at a time, and are ready to venture into the wild after only a month.
	centralpets.com /php/PrintFriendly.php?AnimalNumber=4277 (524 words)

	California Ground Squirrel - Definition up Erdmond.Com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Scientific_classification Genus:''Spermophilus'' Species:''beecheyi'' Binomial_name ''Spermophilus beecheyi'' The California Ground Squirrel, ''Spermophilus beecheyi'' (referred to in some older sources as ''Otospermophilus beecheyi'') is a common and easily observed ground_squirrel of the western United_States and Baja_California; it is common in Oregon and California and its range has relatively recently extended into Washington.
		The tail is relatively bushy for a ground squirrel, and at a quick glance the squirrel might be mistaken for a fox_squirrel.
		Flagellates of the caecum of ground squirrels, (University of California publications in zoology)
	www.erdmond.com /California_Ground_Squirrel.html (302 words)

	California Ground Squirrel Page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		or those of us who live in southern California, which is now far more urban than rural, the California Ground Squirrel is one of the few remaining southern California land mammals that we are likely to encounter.
		Although plain in appearance and lacking the public interest of its Eastern tree squirrel cousins, the California Ground Squirrel is a wonderful little example of nature's handiwork.
		These are pictures of the squirrels we feed every day from atop a bluff above the beach at Carlsbad, California.
	www.etc-etc.com /sqrl.htm (107 words)

	Beechey Ground Squirrel
		Ground squirrels nest in burrows in the ground, but often frequent logs,
		Squirrels usually keep their distance at Coe, but is only a matter of time before
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	www.coestatepark.com /beechey_ground_squirrel.htm (251 words)

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