Depth: Burrows generally extend 2 to 7 feet below the surface, providing protection from predators and extreme temperatures.
• Entrances: A single burrow system often
contains 5 to 10 openings, allowing for multiple escape routes and efficient ventilation.
• Length: Tunnel networks may span 5 to 30 feet,
creating a complex underground habitat.
Occupants: Each burrow system can support a
small colony, with approximately 2 to 20 ground squirrels.
Location Preference: Burrows are commonly
constructed along ditches, fence lines, embankments, and other features that provide soil stability and cover.