Wyoming Ground Squirrel (Urocitellus elegans) is in the Squirrels family (Sciuridae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 1,531 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in July.
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 Wyoming Ground Squirrel: observations by month (U.S.)
About Wyoming Ground Squirrel
The Wyoming ground squirrel (Urocitellus elegans) is a species of rodents in the family Sciuridae.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Wyoming Ground Squirrel by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1,237 | July | Apr–Aug |
| Wyoming | 261 | June | Apr–Jul |
| Montana | 22 | June | Apr–Jul |
| Utah | 5 | June | May–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 Wyoming Ground Squirrel?
Nationally, July has the most observations, with the main season from April to August.
Where is Wyoming Ground Squirrel most often seen?
The most observations come from Colorado, Wyoming, Montana.