Rio Grande Ground Squirrel (Ictidomys parvidens) is in the Squirrels family (Sciuridae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 1,291 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in April.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: seasonal. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
When to photograph Rio Grande Ground Squirrel: observations by month (U.S.)
About Rio Grande Ground Squirrel
Ictidomys parvidens is a species of squirrel in the family Sciuridae.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Rio Grande Ground Squirrel by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1,208 | April | Mar–Aug |
| New Mexico | 83 | May | Mar–Jun |
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 Rio Grande Ground Squirrel?
Nationally, April has the most observations, with the main season from March to August.
Where is Rio Grande Ground Squirrel most often seen?
The most observations come from Texas, New Mexico.