Chipmunk (tamias striatus) is a mammal type animal. It inhabits forest and thick woodland. The weight of this animal is about 57g - 113g (2oz - 4oz) and average life span is 4 - 8 years. Human, hawks, raccoon predators are dangerous for chipmunks. See the table below to learn more information.
Facts about chipmunks
Name | Chipmunk |
Colour | Beige, brown, black, yellow |
Life Span | 4 - 8 years |
Order | Rodentia |
Skin Type | Fur |
Class | Mammalia |
Scientific Name | Tamias striatus |
Top Speed | 33km/h (21mph) |
Average Litter Size | 5 |
Diet | Omnivore |
Family | Sciuridae |
Type | Mammal |
Distinctive Features | Stripes on fur and large front teeth |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Weight | 57g - 113g (2oz - 4oz) |
Main Prey | Nuts, fruit, seeds, berries |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Size (H) | 10cm - 18cm (4in - 7in) |
Phylum | Chordata |
Genus | Tamias |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Habitat | Forest and thick woodland |
Predators | Human, hawks, raccoon |