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Mammal
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Arizona's WildLife

"Where the Wild Things Roam"

Cliff Chipmunk

Neotamias dorsalis
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Mammal

Listen for their sharp chirps; best seen near rocky outcrops

Small striped chipmunk found on cliffs, rocky slopes, and forested edges. Cliff chipmunks are quick and agile, often spotted darting among rocks.

Mammal

Identification & Behavior

Size: 7–9 in long; 2–3 oz

Brownish fur with light and dark stripes along back

Diet: Seeds, nuts, berries, insects

Activity Pattern: Diurnal

Behavior: Quick, alert, and highly vocal when alarmed

Habitat & Distribution​

Habitat: Cliffs, rocky forests, canyon walls

Elevation Range: 5,000–9,500 ft

Seasonal Presence: Year-round

Arizona Range: Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

Risks & Management

Do not feed; feeding encourages dependency and aggression

They can carry seeds long distances, aiding forest regeneration.

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