Gunnison's Prairie Dog

Cynomys gunnisoni

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae

About

Gunnison's prairie dog is one of five species of prairie dog. This species belongs to the squirrel family of rodents, and are predominantly related to the North American and Eurasian ground squirrels. Gunnison's prairie dogs are primarily distributed in the Four Corners region of the United States.

Fun Fact

Prairie dogs have a unique sound to identify each of various predators.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in high desert, grasslands, meadows, hillsides, broad alluvial valleys and floodplains.

Diet

Feed on newly grown shrubs.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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