United States Postal Service Issued Squirrel Stamps
The new Forever stamps feature illustrations of eastern chipmunks and gray and red squirrels.
Updated on Sept. 27, 2026 in Wildlife
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The United States Postal Service has released a new collection of four stamps depicting various squirrels and chipmunks. The issue is available as a 20-stamp booklet.
Why it matters
The release serves as the latest entry in the agency's long-standing tradition of commemorating American wildlife through philatelic art. These stamps provide a permanent way for mailers to fulfill postage requirements for standard letters.
The stamp issue consists of a 20-stamp booklet where each unit serves as a Forever stamp. These are valued equal to the current First-Class Mail 1-ounce postage rate.
The players
United States Postal Service
This independent agency provides postal services to 170 million addresses across the country.
Derry Noyes
She served as the designer for the new collection of wildlife stamps.
The details
Designed by Derry Noyes, the stamps utilize nature photography captured by Fiona M. Donnelly, Matt Prosser, Martha M. Stewart, and Ross Taylor. The collection officially debuted at the Milcopex stamp show held in Brookfield, Wisconsin.
Timeline
September 27, 2026: The U.S. Postal Service released the new stamps.
Culture Shift
The release reflects a broader trend of utilizing philately to celebrate natural heritage, bridging the gap between digital communication and traditional correspondence. It highlights the continued cultural relevance of physical mail in an era dominated by electronic alternatives.
Readers can purchase the new stamp booklets at local Post Office locations or through the online shop. These stamps allow for flexible use on 1-ounce mailings without the need for additional postage regardless of future rate increases.
The takeaway
Collectors and casual mailers alike can utilize these stamps to ensure their correspondence remains covered for future standard letter rates. The inclusion of common backyard wildlife provides a accessible entry point for those interested in stamp collecting.
Further reading
Learn more about conservation-themed releases in our Wildlife section.
More information
To purchase the new stamps, visit the Postal Service stamp purchase portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Gold Rush Cam.
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