What are ground squirrels?
Q: What are ground squirrels?
A: Ground squirrels are small rodents, which are also known as marmots.
Q: Where do most ground squirrels live?
A: Most ground squirrels live in mountainous regions, such as the Sierra Nevada or the Alps.
Q: Where do ground squirrels live?
A: Ground squirrels live in burrows, which they make in the ground.
Q: What do ground squirrels do during the winter?
A: Ground squirrels hibernate during the winter, meaning that they sleep through the cold months.
Q: How do ground squirrels communicate with each other?
A: Ground squirrels communicate with each other through whistles, especially when they sense danger.
Q: Do ground squirrels live alone or together?
A: Ground squirrels tend to live together and often live in colonies with complex social structures.
Q: What is the largest living member of the Sciuridae?
A: The Alpine marmot (Marmota marmota) is the largest living member of the Sciuridae, and can grow up to 53–73 cm in length and weigh 5–8 kg.
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