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Are Richardsons ground squirrels native to North America?

April 26, 2017ground native north america Richardson squirrels

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Are Richardsons ground squirrels native to North America?

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Yes, Richardson’s ground squirrels evolved on the prairies of North America many thousands of years ago. The first specimens to be obtained by European scientists were collected by British explorers when they mapped the Saskatchewan River in 1820. For further information, see Species Description.