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Kangaroo Rat - Emerging from hole in sand. Habitat is sandy waste areas, sand dunes, sometimes hard packed soil - Spends days in deep burrows in the sand which it plugs to maintain stable temperature
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Kangaroo Rat - Emerging from hole in sand. Habitat is sandy waste areas, sand dunes, sometimes hard packed soil - Spends days in deep burrows in the sand which it plugs to maintain stable temperature
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Kangaroo Rat - Emerging from hole in sand
Arizona, USA
Dipodomys spp.
John Cancalosi
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Deserts Emerging Hole Holes In Hole Rats At Nest
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Sand-tastic Hide and Seek - The Kangaroo Rat's Secret Lair Revealed!
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. In this print by John Cancalosi, we witness the incredible emergence of a Kangaroo Rat from its sandy sanctuary. This elusive creature, known for its mastery of survival in arid landscapes, has chosen the sandy waste areas and sand dunes of Arizona as its home sweet home. With days spent deep within burrows that it diligently plugs to maintain ideal temperature and humidity levels, this resourceful rodent knows how to beat the desert heat! And just when you think you've found its only hideout, surprise! Extra holes serve as clever escape hatches for our furry friend. Captured up close and personal, we get a glimpse into the curious face of this North American marvel. Its beady eyes sparkle with mischief as it peeks out from its cozy nest – a true testament to nature's ingenuity. As we marvel at this single rat's determination to thrive in such harsh conditions, let us appreciate the wonders that lie beneath our feet. So next time you find yourself strolling through an Arizona desert or any sandy terrain for that matter, keep your eyes peeled for these adorable hole-dwelling daredevils – they might just teach us a thing or two about resilience and adaptability!
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