The 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, and small vertebrates.nSpecifications:nnThe photos shown are examples of what your specimen will approximately look like. Each skull is unique and will vary in size, shape, color, etc.nAverage Skull Length 4.3 cm (1.7 in.)nAverage Skull Width 2 cm (0.8 in.)nAverage Skull Height 2.5 cm (1 in.)nnOrigin: North America