The Uinta ground squirrel is a small, diurnal rodent species native to the western United States. They primarily inhabit montane and alpine meadows, where they are herbivorous, feeding on a diet of grasses, seeds, and other plant materials. Uinta Ground Squirrels are known for their hibernation during the winter months, during which they retreat to their burrows and enter a state of torpor. They play a role in their ecosystems by dispersing seeds and serving as prey for a variety of predators, including birds of prey and snakes.nnSpecifications: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.nnExhibits handwritten verbiage on both the cranium and mandiblenAverage Skull Length 4.3 cm (1.7 in.)nAverage Skull Width 2.7 cm (1.1 in.)nAverage Skull Height 2 cm (0.8 in.)