Himalayan Marmot - adult - whistles warning others - typical posture - near a burrow in steppe - observes an intruder from a distance - round shape is due to active feeding

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Himalayan Marmot - adult - whistles warning others - typical posture - near a burrow in steppe - observes an intruder from a distance - round shape is due to active feeding

ANZ-1337
Bobak / Steppe Marmot - adult - whistles warning others - near a burrow in steppe - observes an intruder from a distance
steppes of Orenburg region - South Russia - June
Marmota bobak
round shape is due to active feeding and lack of fat in early summer - bare soil and stones near burrow accumulate from digging and enlarging the burrow - burrow used by a family group.
Andrey Zvoznikov
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. In this snapshot by Andrey Zvoznikov, we witness a true wildlife superstar in action. Meet ANZ-1337, the adult Himalayan Marmot with an extraordinary talent for communication and self-defense. Perched near its burrow in the vast steppes of South Russia's Orenburg region, ANZ-1337 stands tall on its hind legs like a furry sentinel. With round shape resulting from active feeding and early summer slimness (no fat rolls here!), this marmot is ready to take on any intruder daring enough to approach its family's sanctuary. Mouth wide open and emitting a piercing whistle that echoes across the grasslands, our hero demonstrates remarkable alertness and calling skills. It's as if ANZ-1337 has mastered a secret language known only to fellow marmots! As we admire this incredible display of behavior and communication, it becomes clear why these bobak rodents are such beloved inhabitants of their habitat. Their intricate network of burrows not only provides shelter but also serves as a hub for socializing with other marmots. So next time you find yourself wandering through bare soil near burrows or exploring Russian grasslands, keep your ears perked up! You might just catch a glimpse of ANZ-1337 or one of its charismatic companions whistling away while standing tall

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