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Cape Ground Squirrel Collection

In the vast expanse of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, a young Cape ground squirrel (Xerus inauris) savors its meal

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Young Cape ground squirrel (Xerus inauris) eating, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park encompassing

Young Cape ground squirrel (Xerus inauris) eating, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park encompassing the former Kalahari Gemsbok National Park, South Africa, Africa

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Xerus inauris (Cape ground squirrel), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon

Xerus inauris (Cape ground squirrel), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Xerus inauris (Cape ground squirrel), 1777-1786

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Young ground squirrels (Xerus inauris) playing, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa

Young ground squirrels (Xerus inauris) playing, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa. Non-ex

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Young ground squirrels (Xerus inauris) fighting, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape

Young ground squirrels (Xerus inauris) fighting, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa, January

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Ground squirrels (Xerus inauris ) one with its tail over the back of another, Kgalagadi

Ground squirrels (Xerus inauris ) one with its tail over the back of another, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa, February

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Baby ground squirrel (Xerus inauris) using its tail for shade, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park

Baby ground squirrel (Xerus inauris) using its tail for shade, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa. Non-ex

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Ground Squirrel foraging on small pink flowers, Deception Valley

Ground Squirrel foraging on small pink flowers, Deception Valley, Central Kalahari Game Reserve, Kalahari Desert, Botswana

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Cape Ground Squirrel (coloured engraving)

Cape Ground Squirrel (coloured engraving)
1000326 Cape Ground Squirrel (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrator:A. Fleischmann Engraver:A)

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Ground squirrels (Xerus inauris), Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa

Ground squirrels (Xerus inauris), Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa, Africa

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Cape ground squirrel (Xerus inauris), juvenile, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa

Cape ground squirrel (Xerus inauris), juvenile, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa, Africa

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Cape ground squirrel -Xerus inauris-, Etosha National Park, Namibia, Africa

Cape ground squirrel -Xerus inauris-, Etosha National Park, Namibia, Africa

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Cape Ground Squirrel -Xerus inauris-, Namibia

Cape Ground Squirrel -Xerus inauris-, Namibia

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Cape ground squirrel (Xerus inauris) eating, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, encompassing

Cape ground squirrel (Xerus inauris) eating, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, encompassing the former Kalahari Gemsbok National Park, South Africa, Africa

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Ground Squirrel standing on its hind legs with its head turned

Ground Squirrel standing on its hind legs with its head turned. Photographed in the Etosha National Park, Namibia. April 22, 1998

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Cape ground squirrels

Cape ground squirrels (Xerus inauris). These rodents live in open arid areas of southern Africa. They are social animals living in colonies numbering between 5 and 30 individuals

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Cape ground squirrel

Cape ground squirrel (Xerus inauris) on its hind legs. This rodent lives in open arid areas of southern Africa. It is a social animal living in colonies numbering between 5 and 30 individuals

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Cape ground squirrel C016 / 4774

Cape ground squirrel C016 / 4774
Cape ground squirrel (Xerus inauris) on its hind legs. This rodent lives in open arid areas of southern Africa. It is a social animal living in colonies numbering between 5 and 30 individuals

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Cape ground squirrel lying down C013 / 9780

Cape ground squirrel lying down C013 / 9780
Cape ground squirrel (Xerus inauris) lying down. This rodent lives in open arid areas of southern Africa. It is a social animal living in colonies numbering between 5 and 30 individuals

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Cape ground squirrel

Cape ground squirrel (Xerus inauris) lying down with its tail in the air. This rodent lives in open arid areas of southern Africa

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Male Cape ground squirrel (Xerus inauris), Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park

Male Cape ground squirrel (Xerus inauris), Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, encompassing the former Kalahari Gemsbok National Park, South Africa, Africa

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Cape ground squirrel (Xerus inauris) grooming, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park

Cape ground squirrel (Xerus inauris) grooming, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, encompassing the former Kalahari Gemsbok National Park, South Africa, Africa

Background imageCape Ground Squirrel Collection: Cape ground squirrel

Cape ground squirrel, Xerus inauris, Namibia, Africa


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In the vast expanse of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, a young Cape ground squirrel (Xerus inauris) savors its meal. With its tiny paws delicately holding onto a morsel, this adorable creature exemplifies nature's beauty within this magnificent park. Meanwhile, a baby Cape ground squirrel explores its surroundings, blissfully unaware of the wonders that lie ahead. The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park encompasses it all - from breathtaking landscapes to diverse wildlife like these charming squirrels. Not far away, young ground squirrels engage in playful antics under the warm African sun. Their energetic movements and joyful chirps fill the air with an infectious spirit of camaraderie. In another corner of the park, however, two youngsters engage in a friendly scuffle as they establish their dominance over one another. A captivating sight unfolds as one ground squirrel gently places its tail over the back of another, and is a gesture that speaks volumes about their bond and connection within this shared habitat. And nearby, a baby ground squirrel cleverly utilizes its tail for shade on hot days – adapting to survive amidst challenging conditions. Venturing into Deception Valley reveals yet another facet of these fascinating creatures' lives: foraging on small pink flowers with utmost precision and grace. Each delicate petal becomes sustenance for these resourceful beings who have mastered survival in their unique environment. Even centuries ago, artists were captivated by the allure of Cape Ground Squirrels; evident through beautifully crafted colored engravings depicting their distinctive features and endearing presence. As day turns to dusk in Northern Cape's Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, groups of Xerus inauris gather together – showcasing unity amidst diversity against South Africa's awe-inspiring backdrop. These juvenile cape ground squirrels epitomize resilience as they navigate through life's challenges while cherishing moments spent together. And so it goes on, the cycle of life for these remarkable Cape ground squirrels.