I used to think golden-mantled groundsquirrels were chipmunks, too, because the markings are similar. If you look in the photo in my header, then you'll see that chippy here is considerably smaller and doesn't have the same colouring on his head.
All chippy pics courtesy of my husband.
Chippy in profile.
Action chippy.
Perspective chippy.
You can see how little this fellow is by noting that he is partially hidden behind a blade of grass.
14 comments:
How cute!
We have a lot of squirrels who love to run around on our roof and freak out the cat. She imagines herself a mighty huntress and just wishes she had a ladder.
Squirrels are so bizarre, Crabby. I'm sure yours know they can taunt the cat safely. Woe betide when she gets a ladder.
dfLeah - thanks for pointing out the difference between ground squirrels and chipmunks - I'll have to look a little more closely next time I think I see a chippy!
Glad to be of service, df Bag Lady.
Chippy is adorable and thanks for pointing out the difference.
You're welcome, Hilary. Finding Chippy was quite a treat.
I just ADORE chipmunks! Thanks for the pics!
They really are cute, aren't they?
Glad you like them, Bunnygirl. I'll let my husband know you liked his pics.
df Leah,
Oh, he is so cute and so tiny.
Terrie
Chippys are quite little, df Terrie.
Great photos Mike. Chipmunks are so cute! Thanks for pointing out the differences Leah.
It was my pleasure, Reb. I'll pass the compliment on to Mike.
Awwww, such adorable chipmunks! Once in a while, we see them in our back yard. :)
I'd love to have a chipmunk in my backyard, TL. We have the occasional squirrel.
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