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Bushcraft - Central Texas Style - The Spotted Ground Squirrel

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The spotted
ground squirrel is a familiar inhabitant that is seen frequently in different
areas of
West
Texas
but can
also be found in other dry, sandy areas of the state. This ground-dwelling
squirrel normally lives in long, shallow burrows in the sand.  A slight mound of sand, usually hidden by
clumps of vegetation, is often the only indication of the entrance to their
burrows. The average weight of a spotted ground squirrel is between 4 and 5
ounces and they can be as long as 8 or 9 inches if you include the tail. 

These
squirrels are quite small and very quick. They are easily missed if you aren’t watching carefully because their color blends in with the sand perfectly. These
ground-dwelling squirrels are easily identified by the scattered and numerous white
spots that can be seen on their backs. The ground squirrel in the above picture
was spotted by Lil’ RW, my grandson, who is pretty good at spotting little critters.

One of the
primary things you should always be aware of when practicing bushcraft is the
type of plants and animals that live and are found in your area. There will be
fewer surprises from nature when you do.

Got ground
squirrels?

Staying above
the water line!

Riverwalker


Source: http://stealthsurvival.blogspot.com/2013/07/bushcraft-central-texas-style-spotted.html



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