Blacktail Prairie Dog (Cynomys ludovicianus) Wyoming - USA - Engaged in Jump-yip behavior

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Blacktail Prairie Dog (Cynomys ludovicianus) Wyoming - USA - Engaged in Jump-yip behavior - A strong arch of the back or "jump" followed by a shrill "yip" - Thought to occur when a predator has left the area and in territorial displays - Social animals that live in "towns" and post sentinels to warn of impending predators

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Size: 3744px × 5616px
Location: Wyoming USA
Photo credit: © John Cancalosi / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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