How Tall Is a Thirteen-Lined Ground Squirrel?

Size: Weighing around 8 oz (227 g), they are a smaller, more slender squirrel with a body length around 10 inches (25 cm) along with a 3 inch tail (8 cm).

What is the lifespan of a thirteen-lined ground squirrel?

7-14 young born blind and hairless. Life Expectancy: 90% (!) of newborns die from predation before their first winter. After that, avg. lifespan of 2-4 years.

What does a 13 striped ground squirrel look like?

The "thirteen lines" consist of either (1) seven broad dark brown stripes alternating with six thin tan bands or (2) seven narrow yellow stripes alternating with six broader dark brown stripes. The ears are short, and the tail is thin and sparingly bushy. This squirrel often sits erect with head pointed up.