Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Semester of Degree Completion
1974
Thesis Director
Michael Goodrich
Abstract
The above ground activity of the rock squirrel Citellus variegatus between November 6, 1972 and May 1, 1973, is described. This is a non-colonial species. Recognition was established between siblings by a nose to nose contact. In foraging they utilize almost any edible material available and during this time of year foraging is most intense between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Vocalization was limited to alarm calls, which brought the other squirrels to the top of the rocks to become alert, and squeals. Hibernation varied in length depending in part on the elevation and in some did not occur at all. After hibernation, a general dispersal of the squirrels to new territories occurred.
Recommended Citation
Bell, John W., "An Introduction to the Ethology of Citellus variegatus" (1974). Masters Theses. 3686.
https://thekeep.eiu.edu/theses/3686
