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Ground Squirrel
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Ground Squirrels, Xerus Erythropus or Waaierstert
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
Ground squirrels mainly occur in the dry, semi-desert regions of southern Africa, especially in the Kalahari. These cute animals are identifiable by their white stripes along the sides, the missing external ear and the long, bushy tail, which offers them shade.
The rodents differ from the European squirrel in that they don't climb trees, but live on the ground and in their widespread underground caves. They feed on grass seeds, leaves and roots. Ground squirrels are constant companions in the rest camps of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. Because they are often fed by visitors, they can become a nuisance. |
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Well composed in good lighting, Robin.
Photogenic animals these squirrels. They don't differ much from the Tree squirrels found throughout KNP.
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