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Arizona black-tailed prairie dog

Cynomys ludovicianus

Photo by BioBlitzEmily
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Field Notes

Description:

Arizona black-tailed prairie dog
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Tucson, AZ

Reference Links:

EOL: Cynomys ludovicianus, Black-tailed prairie dog

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Comments (4)
BioBlitzEmily
the_tajminator, I suspect the good folks at the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum treat him to an excellent, well-balanced diet. http://www.desertmuseum.org/ This is one of the best outdoor museums I've attended. I am fortunate to be a member and visit frequently. The volunteer docents and entire staff are wonderful people and the organization provides and uniquely wonderful experience for visitors. I appreciate your comments! Regards, Emily
Ylcat
All prairie dogs were extirpated from Southern Arizona. There is an effort to reestablish a colony in SE Arizona grassland, which is their habitat. Nice photo!
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PublishedOctober 28, 2011

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