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Mammals
Chipmunk
Tamias striatus
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- 2-3 years
- Weight
- 0.07-0.15 kg
- Conservation
- Least Concern
The Chipmunk (Tamias striatus) is a omnivore species found in North American forests. It typically lives 2-3 years, weighing around 0.07-0.15 kg, and is currently classified as Least Concern on conservation status lists.
One fact worth knowing about the chipmunk: Chipmunks can carry food equal to their body weight in their cheeks.
Mammals are warm-blooded vertebrates that nurse their young and are found on every continent except Antarctica. From tiny rodents to massive whales, this group includes some of the most intelligent and adaptable animals on Earth.