Ammospermophilus leucurus (antelope ground squirrel, white-tailed)
| Class | Mammalia |
| Order | Rodentia |
| Family | Sciuridae |
| Genus | Ammospermophilus |
| Species | Ammospermophilus leucurus |
| Common | antelope ground squirrel, white-tailed |
| Diet | herbivore |
| Habitat | Western and southwestern deserts, especially in shrubby areas with rocky soil. |
| Description | Small tan-brown ground squirrel with white stripes on back, no stripes on head. No pronounced black stripes. Tail white underneath. |
| Skull Characteristics | Similar to Tamias in shape and infraorbital foramen placement. Small, spine-like projection directly below infraorbital foramen. |
| Notes | Links to more species information:
Smithsonian Animal Diversity Web |