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As unique as a Variegated Squirrel

This Wild Variegated Squirrel was spotted eating a nut casually in a tree by the beach in Cahuita. Squirrels are a bit different in Costa Rica and usually have 2 distinct colors rather than 1 uniform. They are also not so frequent and this is the first and last time I had the chance to spot one over my trip.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2022
Date Uploaded: 11.2022
Photo Location: Cahuita, Costa Rica
Copyright: © Sasha Eikel