Arctic Ground Squirrel

The Arctic ground squirrel is a species of ground squirrel native to the Arctic. People in Alaska, particularly around the Aleutians, refer to them as `parka` squirrels, most likely because their pelt is good for the ruff on parkas and for clothing.

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Keywords: alaska aleutians animal arctic ground native nature parka parky pelt rodent squirrel wildlife

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