chipmunk
chipmunk, 얼룩다람쥐
The cute and nimble chipmunk is famous for stuffing its cheeks with acorns and nuts.
Mainly inhabiting North America and Asia, they are distinguished from common squirrels by the stripes on their backs. Frequently seen in animations and zoos, they are loved by children all over the world.
귀엽고 재빠른 얼룩다람쥐는 볼에 도토리나 견과류를 가득 채워 운반하는 것으로 유명합니다.
북미와 아시아에 주로 서식하며, 등에 줄무늬가 있어서 일반 다람쥐와 구별됩니다. 애니메이션이나 동물원에서 자주 볼 수 있어 전 세계 어린이들에게 사랑받고 있습니다.
Chipmunks have the special ability to store food in their cheek pouches, up to 10% of their body weight. They are also famous as Disney's 'Chip 'n Dale' characters and are popular on social media due to their adorable appearance.
Because of their habit of storing food for winter, they are considered a symbol of diligence and preparedness. Recently, they have also become easily spotted in city parks, drawing attention as a representative wild animal that showcases the coexistence of cities and nature.