Cascade Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel (Callospermophilus saturatus) is in the Squirrels family (Sciuridae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 2,934 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in August.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: summer visitor / breeder. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
When to photograph Cascade Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel: observations by month (U.S.)
About Cascade Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel
The Cascade golden-mantled ground squirrel (Spermophilus saturatus) is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae, in the order Rodentia. It is the largest species of the three within the subgenus Callospermophilus. It is found in the Cascade Mountains in the province of British Columbia, Canada and the state of Washington, United States.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Cascade Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 2,934 | August | Jul–Sep |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related mammals (Squirrels)
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Eastern Fox Squirrel
Eastern Chipmunk
California Ground Squirrel
Groundhog
American Red Squirrel
Common Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel
Western Gray Squirrel
Photography tips
- Keep a legal and safe distance: 100 yards from bears and wolves and 25 yards from other large animals in national parks.
- Dawn and dusk are peak activity times for most mammals.
- Use your car as a blind on wildlife drives.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Cascade Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel?
Nationally, August has the most observations, with the main season from July to September.
Where is Cascade Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel most often seen?
The most observations come from Washington.