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About the Cape Ground Squirrel
The Cape ground squirrel is a highly social, diurnal squirrel of southern Africa, commonly found in dry grassland, savanna and semi-arid habitats. It has a sandy-brown coat, pale underparts and a long, bushy tail often held over the back. It lives in communal burrow systems and spends much of the day foraging for seeds, roots, bulbs and other plant material, while also eating insects and other small food items. Groups rely on multiple individuals watching for predators while others feed.
How to identify the Cape Ground Squirrel
Medium-sized ground squirrel with a sandy to reddish-brown coat, pale underside, small rounded ears and a long bushy tail. Often sits upright with its tail held over its back and is commonly seen around burrow entrances.
Did you know?
Cape Ground Squirrels use their large bushy tails as portable shade, holding them over their backs while sitting in the hot African sun.
Also known as: Grondeekhoring, Kaapse Grondeekhoring, Ground Squirrel
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