Real Thirteen-lined Ground Squirrel Skull Beak Its common name ( The

Its common name ( The Flying Fox) comes from its fox-like face and the color of its coat

6 cm (16 in

and heavy water-resistant plumage

The hooded seal is named for the males inflatable nasal bladder used to attract mates

Average Skull Height 18 cm (7 in

Real Thirteen-lined Ground Squirrel Skull Beak Its common name ( TheThe thirteen lined ground squirrel is a small rodent belonging to the family Sciuridae. It is characterized by its distinctive pattern of thirteen stripes running along its back, alternating between dark and light colors. Thirteen lined ground squirrels inhabit grasslands and prairies throughout central North America, where they dig burrows for shelter and protection. They are omnivorous, feeding on a diet consisting mainly of seeds, nuts, insects,