White-tailed Antelope Squirrel (Ammospermophilus leucurus) is in the Squirrels family (Sciuridae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 6,861 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in May.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: year-round resident. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
When to photograph White-tailed Antelope Squirrel: observations by month (U.S.)
About White-tailed Antelope Squirrel
The white-tailed antelope squirrel (Ammospermophilus leucurus), is a diurnal species of ground squirrel, scientifically classified in the order Rodentia and family Sciuridae, found in arid regions of the southwestern United States and the Baja California Peninsula of northwestern Mexico.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
White-tailed Antelope Squirrel by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 4,048 | April | Sep–Jun |
| Nevada | 1,471 | May | Apr–Mar |
| Utah | 720 | May | Mar–Oct |
| Arizona | 332 | May | Feb–Nov |
| New Mexico | 171 | June | Apr–Jan |
| Colorado | 71 | June | Apr–Sep |
| Idaho | 28 | May | Apr–Jun |
| Oregon | 20 | August | May–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 White-tailed Antelope Squirrel?
Nationally, May has the most observations, with the main season from April to March.
Where is White-tailed Antelope Squirrel most often seen?
The most observations come from California, Nevada, Utah.