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Definition of Arctic ground squirrel
1. Noun. Large ground squirrel of the North American far north.
Exact synonyms: Citellus Parryi, Parka Squirrel
Generic synonyms: Gopher, Ground Squirrel, Spermophile
Generic synonyms: Gopher, Ground Squirrel, Spermophile
Lexicographical Neighbors of Arctic Ground Squirrel
Literary usage of Arctic ground squirrel
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Adventure Guide to the Alaska Highway by Ed Readicker-Henderson (2006)
"If you really wonder, we can tell you from experience: boiled Arctic ground
squirrel tastes a lot like - no, not chicken: dark turkey meat. ..."
2. Nature's Strongholds: The World's Great Wildlife Reserves by Laura Riley, William Riley (2005)
"... and dig for roots or for an arctic ground squirrel if they can find its hole.
A favorite spot for the big bears is Sable Pass. Beaver dams create ponds ..."
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