Black Tailed Prairie Dogs Collection

Black-tailed Prairie Dog barking. MI851
TOM-1519 Black-tailed Prairie Dog barking. Greycliff Prairie Dog Town State Park, Montana, USA Cynomys ludovicianus Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Black-tailed Prairie Dog Mi650
TOM-1517 Black-tailed Prairie Dog Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North America Cynomys ludovicianus Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Black-tailed Prairie Dog - town / colony - summer - Theodore Roosevelt National Park - North Dakota _E7B2327
TOM-2023 Black-tailed Prairie Dog - town / colony - summer Theodore Roosevelt National Park - North Dakota Tom & Pat Leeson contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Black-tailed Prairie Dog - doing "jump-yip" signal behaviour - Theodore Roosevelt National Park - North
TOM-2035 Black-tailed Prairie Dog - doing "jump-yip" signal behaviour Theodore Roosevelt National Park - North Dakota - North America Cynomys ludovicianus Tom & Pat Leeson contact details

Black-tailed Prairie Dog - town / colony - one prairie dog doing "jump-yip" signal behaviour - Theodore
TOM-2063 Black-tailed Prairie Dog - town / colony - one prairie dog doing "jump-yip" signal behaviour Theodore Roosevelt National Park - North Dakota - North America Cynomys ludovicianus

Black-tailed Prairie Dog - family - one prairie dog doing "jump-yip" signal behaviour - Theodore Roosevelt
TOM-2034 Black-tailed Prairie Dog - family - one prairie dog doing "jump-yip" signal behaviour Theodore Roosevelt National Park - North Dakota - North America Cynomys ludovicianus Tom & Pat

Black-tailed Prairie Dog barking. MI725
TOM-1518 Black-tailed Prairie Dog barking. Greycliff Prairie Dog Town State Park, Montana, USA Cynomys ludovicianus Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Black-tailed Prairie Dog - flooded Black-tailed Prairie Dog town after summer thunderstorm
TOM-1380 Black-tailed Prairie Dog - flooded Black-tailed Prairie Dog town after summer thunderstorm Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota

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"Black-tailed Prairie Dogs: Chattering and Jump-yipping in Theodore Roosevelt National Park" Witness the lively antics of the Black-tailed Prairie Dogs as they bark, jump-yip, and communicate with each other in their town or colony. These fascinating creatures can be found in Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota, within the vast expanse of the Northern Great Plains in North America. In this captivating snapshot (MI851), a Black-tailed Prairie Dog stands tall, barking to alert its fellow inhabitants of potential danger. Their vocalizations serve as an important means of communication within their tight-knit community. Another prairie dog (Mi650) engages in the unique behavior known as "jump-yip, " where it springs into action while emitting high-pitched calls. Although not fully understood by researchers yet, this signal behavior is thought to convey various messages such as territorial boundaries or warnings about predators. Theodore Roosevelt National Park provides a picturesque backdrop for these charismatic creatures (E7B1950). Amidst rolling grasslands and expansive skies, these black-tailed residents thrive together harmoniously. Captured here again (E7B1943), one prairie dog performs its signature "jump-yip" display—a mesmerizing sight that showcases their agility and social dynamics. While not definitively understood, this behavior adds to the intrigue surrounding these remarkable animals. During summer months (E7B2327), families of Black-tailed Prairie Dogs can be observed going about their daily activities. From foraging for food to grooming one another's fur, they exhibit strong familial bonds that contribute to their survival in this challenging environment. In another striking image (E3D6435), a lone prairie dog proudly displays its "jump-yip" signal amidst the breathtaking landscape of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. This behavior remains enigmatic but undoubtedly plays an essential role within their intricate society.