Order Rodentia, Family Sciuridae
Range in Washington:
Introduced, mainly in cities.
Habitat:
City parks.
Diet:
Herbivore.
Identification:
Largest tree squirrel, large bushy tail with yellow-tipped hairs. Three color morphs: grey, black, or reddish.
Total length: 45-70 cm; tail: 20-35 cm; mass: 500-1000 g.
