white-tailed antelope squirrel

The white-tailed antelope squirrel, scientifically known as Citellus leucurus, is a small rodent native to the western United States. It is characterized by the white underside of its tail, which it displays over its back, resembling the white rump of an American antelope. This squirrel is also sometimes referred to as an antelope chipmunk. Squirrels, in general, are rodents known for their bushy tails, though the appearance can vary. Their diets are diverse, including nuts, fruits, seeds, fungi, insects, and sometimes even small animals or bird eggs, depending on the species and habitat.123