Xerus Collection

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

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

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

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

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South Africa, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Meerkat (Suricate suricatta) fights Cape Ground Squirrel (Xerus inauris) Date: 19/02/2005

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South Africa, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Cape Ground Squirrel (Xerus inauris) feeds in Kalahari desert Date: 19/02/2005

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Cape ground squirrels fighting ( Xerus inauris ), Etosha National Park, Namibia, Africa. Date: 19/08/2009

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African Ground Squirrel, Xerus inauris, grooming leg in the Masai Mara GR, Kenya. Date: 08/02/2006

Cape ground squirrel, Xerus inauris?
Cape ground squirrel, Xerus inauris (Gingi squirrel?, Sciurus ginginianus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Thomas Landseer from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London

African ground squirrel (Xerus sp. ) looking inquisitive with arid mountain landscape
African ground squirrel (Xerus sp.) looking inquisitive with arid mountain landscape in the background. Fuerteventura, Canary Isles, Spain, September 2007

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Cape Ground Squirrel young cautiously feeding at a thornbush. Date:

Cape Ground Squirrel (Xerus inauris) in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Kalahari, South Africa, Africa

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Cape Ground Squirrel - young feeding at thornbush (Xerus inauris) Date:

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Cape Ground Squirrel / South African Ground Squirrel - 2 playful young at a seemingly more serious fight. (Xerus inauris) Date:

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Cape Ground Squirrel / South African Ground Squirrel - Young, biting about a dry blade of grass. (Xerus inauris) Date:

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Cape Ground Squirrel / South African Ground Squirrel - Feeding young (Xerus inauris) Date:

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Cape Ground Squirrel / South African Ground Squirrel - Female at the photographer's working place checks the chances for getting something edible, preferably in form of cookies

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Cape Ground Squirrel / South African Ground Squirrel - During the rainy season with yellow flowers and in green surroundings. (Xerus inauris) Date:

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Cape Ground Squirrel / South African Ground Squirrel - young, cautiously feeding at a thornbush (Xerus inauris) Date:

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Unstriped Ground Squirrel (Xerus rutilus) Date:

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Unstriped Ground Squirrel - eating (Xerus rutilus) Date:

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Unstriped Ground Squirrel - foraging (Xerus rutilus) Date:

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Cape Ground Squirrels / South African Grand Squirrel. Kalahari Desert, South Africa. (Xerus inauris). Date:

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Cape Ground Squirrels / South African Grand Squirrel. at mouth of burrow - Kalahari Desert, South Africa. (Xerus inauris). Date:

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Cape Ground Squirrels / South African Grand Squirrel. group of three - Kalahari Desert, South Africa. (Xerus inauris). Date:

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"Playful and Fierce: The Enchanting World inauris" In the vast landscapes of Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa, a captivating sight unfolds. Young ground squirrels, known as Xerus inauris, engage in playful antics that warm the heart. Their tiny bodies dart around with boundless energy as they chase each other through the golden savannah. But don't be fooled by their innocent playfulness; these younglings also possess a fierce spirit. In another corner of the park, two juvenile Xerus inauris engage in an intense battle for dominance. With tails fluffed up and teeth bared, they display their strength and determination. Amidst this dynamic world, one particular scene catches our attention—a ground squirrel with its tail gracefully draped over another's back. A gesture of companionship or perhaps a sign of protection? Only nature holds the secret to this intriguing behavior. The resourcefulness of these baby ground squirrels is truly remarkable. Seeking respite from scorching sun rays, one clever individual uses its own tail as shade—an ingenious adaptation found only among these remarkable creatures. Through lens DDE-90022003 and others alike, we catch glimpses into their lives—moments frozen forever on film. From curious gazes amidst arid mountain landscapes to close-ups capturing every intricate detail—the beauty of African ground squirrels (Xerus sp. ) shines brightly. One photograph stands out amongst them all—a Cape Ground Squirrel (Xerus inauris) captured within Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park's Kalahari region. Its sleek fur blends seamlessly with the surrounding environment—a testament to nature's artistry at work. As we delve deeper into this enchanting world inhabited by Xerus inauris, we realize that there is so much more than meets the eye. These young ground squirrels embody both innocence and resilience, reminding us of the delicate balance between playfulness and survival in the wild.