Yellow-cheeked Chipmunk
Neotamias ochrogenys
This is a small chipmunk with an ochraceous (yellowish-brown) wash to its dorsal coloration. It has moderately distinct dark and light stripes, and a whitish underside.
How to identify
This is a small chipmunk with an ochraceous (yellowish-brown) wash to its dorsal coloration. It has moderately distinct dark and light stripes, and a whitish underside.
Range
N. ochrogenys is found in a limited area of the central Oregon Coast Range.
Habitat
N. ochrogenys occupies coniferous forests, particularly those with dense undergrowth.
Similar species
N. ochrogenys is most similar to Neotamias townsendii, but has a more yellowish hue to its coat.
Name and etymology
ochrogenys: Greek for pale yellow (ochros) cheek (genys)
At a glance
Range
N. ochrogenys is found in a limited area of the central Oregon Coast Range.
Habitat
N. ochrogenys occupies coniferous forests, particularly those with dense undergrowth.
Guide
Mammals of North America
Range map
Approximate range. © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap