Prairie Dogs

Prairie Dog sitting on mound at den entrance.
Black-tailed Prairie Dog
Prairie Dog Village, Devils Tower National Monument, South Dakota, USA; JUN 2021

On our trip last July, we spent some time observing Prairie Dogs. I was fascinated by them, just as I am with many rodents.  They are very observant and industrious creatures.

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Prairie Dog with concerned look on its face and barking.
Black-tailed Prairie Dog
Badlands National Park, South Dakota, USA; JUL 2021
Group of 3 Prairie Dogs interacting.
Black-tailed Prairie Dog
Prairie Dog Village, Devils Tower National Monument, South Dakota, USA; JUN 2021
Prairie dog standing while watching and eating. Blurred Prairie Dog in distant background.
Black-tailed Prairie Dog
Prairie Dog Village, Devils Tower National Monument, South Dakota, USA; JUN 2021
Three juvenile Prairie Dogs observing from the entrance of their den.
Black-tailed Prairie Dog
Badlands National Park, South Dakota, USA; JUL 2021

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