EASTERN CHIMPMUNK (2888)

These animals are mainly active during the day, spending most of their time foraging for food. They eat bulbs, seeds, fruits, nuts, green plants, mushrooms, insects, worms, and bird eggs. Predators include hawks, foxes, raccoons, weasels, snakes, and cats.

Eastern chipmunks defend their burrows and live solitary lives. To hide their burrow, they will carry the dirt they excavate to a different location in their cheek pouches. They also line their burrows with leaves, rocks, sticks, and other material, making them even harder to see.

Our Hand Puppet Chipmunk is 7 inches tall and 8 inches long and has a movable mouth and arms. Click on picture for a larger and more detailed image.

Chubby cheeks, a ruddy complexion and racing stripes greet you when this friendly fellow climbs aboard your hand. When you work his arms, he can hold a nut or tidy his face up after dinner. Use your opposing hand to flick his tail for expressive gesturing. This Hand Puppet is 11 inches tall.