A ground squirrel is a type of squirrel that lives primarily on the ground rather than in trees. They are small rodents found in North and Central America, Europe, and Asia, and they are known for their burrowing habits. Ground squirrels are herbivores and feed on seeds, nuts, and plants.
There are not really many animals with a hyphenated name. A few animals with the hyphenated names are the prairie-dog, jack-rabbit, and the ground-squirrel.
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In the French language, there are not many animal names that start with the letter "X." One example is "xérus," which is the French term for the African ground squirrel. Another example is "xiphias," which refers to the swordfish. These are among the few animal names that begin with "X" in French.
You might be referring to a ground squirrel, which is a type of squirrel that burrows and lives in underground tunnels. Ground squirrels are commonly found in North America and are known for their distinctive foraging and social behavior.
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