During that time, the poisoned animal is still active, spreading the poison throughout its habitat — and poisoned prairie dogs are still on predators' menu. The Center submitted comments explaining ...

DESCRIPTION: The black-tailed prairie dog is a daytime-active, medium-sized rodent, ranging in length from 12 to 15 inches, including a three- to four-inch tail. Its weight ranges from 1.5 to three ...

“Prairie dogs create an entirely novel habitat type,” said Andy Boyce, a Smithsonian research ecologist. “They graze intensely. They increase the forbs and flowering plants, and they clip ...

The diminutive prairie dog plays an outsized role in the prairie ecosystem. As vital prey for some species and habitat creators for others through their complex system of burrows, they support ...

Biologists estimate prairie dogs have lost 98% of their habitat to development. Prairie dogs serve as a keystone species but have little special protection under state law. According to Colorado ...