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Ground Squirrels Emerge, Signaling Spring or Winter's End

1/29/2025

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Ground squirrels, the largest of their kind, make their grand entrance from burrows in over 80 spots across the U.S. and Canada. This delightful spectacle offers a whimsical way for people to forecast spring's arrival or winter's lingering grip, depending on whether the furry creature catches a glimpse of its shadow.

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Story summary

Ground squirrels, the largest of their kind, make their grand entrance from burrows in over 80 spots across the U.S. and Canada. This delightful spectacle offers a whimsical way for people to forecast spring's arrival or winter's lingering grip, depending on whether the furry creature catches a glimpse of its shadow.