Defenders' Experts
Mohave Ground Squirrel
The Mohave ground squirrel, Spermophilus mohavensis, has long been listed as threatened under the California Endangered Species Act. It is one of the more illusive animals of the California desert, being only 9 inches from nose to tip of tail.
Economic Oasis: Revealing the True Value of the Mojave Desert
This 32-page report, full of photos and facts, was written to help you understand the economic values of the ecologically and culturally rich California desert lands that the Mohave Ground Squirrel and many other species depend on.
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In the Field
Defenders is currently working with a number of groups and scientists to better determine the range and status of the Mohave ground squirrel and to develop an effective conservation strategy.Read More
Management and Policy
As a member of the Desert Managers Group Defenders is helping to strategize priority actions for the Mohave Ground Squirrel in the West Mojave Desert. We are looking at existing knowledge of ground squirrel ranges on both military and non-military lands and prioritizing areas for more biological monitoring.Read More
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