Arctic Ground Squirrel This squirrel, typically 20 to 32 centimeters long and weighing one kilogram, has thick fur. It can hibernate for several months, living off stored fat.

Antelope Ground Squirrel This warm-climate squirrel, typically 15 centimeters long and weighing 90 grams, has short fur and a fairly long tail. It must eat year-round but can survive for weeks without water.

Arctic Fox This fox, usually weighing 3-6 kilograms, has long, warm fur that turns white in winter and short ears.

Kit Fox This desert fox, usually weighing 1-3 kilograms, is light brown year-round and has large ears.

Snowshoe Hare This mammal has long, dense fur that turns white in winter and fairly short ears.

Desert Jackrabbit This mammal has short fur that stays light brown year-round and very large ears.

Collared Lemming This arctic mammal has thick fur that turns white in winter and a short tail, small ears, and short legs.

Kangaroo Rat This desert mammal has short fur that stays light tan year-round and a long tail, long ears, and long legs.

Snowy Owl This large, white bird feeds on small mammals. It nests on the ground.

Great Horned Owl This large, brown bird feeds on small mammals. It builds stick nests in trees.

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