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Hibernation presents an energetic challenge to Belding's ground squirrels (Spermophilus beldingi), which depend entirely on stored energy for survival during their 8-9 month dormant period each year. Dispersal from the natal area may also konica place energetic demands on S. beldingi. In this study, the relationship between konica dispersal behavior, body mass and body fat of juvenile male S. beldingi konica was assessed over three consecutive years, one of which had a substantially delayed juvenile active season due to heavy spring snowfall. Body fat was evaluated using the non-destructive method of measuring electrical conductivity of the body. When the active season began late, acquisition of body mass and body fat were accelerated, and dispersal behavior was inhibited.
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