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  2. Meat-eating squirrels? New study finds evidence of ... - AOL

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    A new study this year has recorded for the first time widespread behavior of California ground squirrels eating other small mammals, specifically voles.. Voles are small rodents that are relatives ...

  3. California ground squirrel - Wikipedia

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    California ground squirrels are often regarded as pests in gardens and parks, since they eat ornamental plants and trees. They commonly feed on seeds, such as oats, but also eat insects such as crickets and grasshoppers, as well as various fruits. [10] The dental formula of O. beecheyi is 1.0.2.3 1.0.1.3 × 2 = 22. [11]

  4. Video shows California ground squirrel engage in 'shocking ...

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    California ground squirrels of all ages and genders were seen hunting, eating and competing over vole at a local park between June 10 and July 30, but the "carnivorous behavior" peaked during the ...

  5. Mohave ground squirrel - Wikipedia

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    The Mohave ground squirrel (Xerospermophilus mohavensis) is a species of ground squirrel found only in the Mojave Desert in California. [1] The squirrel was first described in 1886 by Frank Stephens of San Diego. [2] It is listed as a threatened species under the California Endangered Species Act, but not under the federal Endangered Species Act.

  6. Squirrel - Wikipedia

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    Squirrels, being primarily herbivores, eat a wide variety of plants, as well as nuts, seeds, conifer cones, fruits, fungi, and green vegetation. Some squirrels, however, also consume meat, especially when faced with hunger. [21] [32] Squirrels have been known to eat small birds, young snakes, and smaller rodents, as well as bird eggs and insects.

  7. Nature News: What exactly do squirrels eat? And what's up ...

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  8. Belding's ground squirrel - Wikipedia

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    Belding's ground squirrel (Urocitellus beldingi), also called pot gut, sage rat or picket-pin, [2] is a squirrel that lives on mountains in the western United States.In California, it often is found at 6,500 to 11,800 feet (2,000–3,600 m) in meadows between Lake Tahoe and Kings Canyon.

  9. Woman Sets up a ‘Bar’ for Backyard Squirrels Complete With ...

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    Squirrels also need 2-3 ounces of water every day. That's why having a bird bath in your yard for the wildlife to drink from is a good idea. But if you don't have one in your backyard, they'll ...