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Marmota monax |
June: Birth of pups. Females give birth to 3 to 6 pups, which remain in the burrow.
Used as food by prairie tribes, especially in winter Hunting had ritual significance in some tribes
Inhabits North American prairies Lives in colonies with complex burrow systems Diurnal, most active during dry sunny weather
Long-range shooting with optical scope Approach from downwind using cover Use of small-caliber firearms
Live in colonies, camouflage is important Entire colony may hide after first shot Best time is morning and midday in clear weather
Gut promptly due to heat Thin hide, rarely used Small amount of meat, mainly for soups and frying
Whole carcass: Frying, soup
Prairie Dog Soup (Boiling)
Light meat soup with vegetables
Light meat soup with vegetables
1. Boil gutted carcass for 1–1.5 hours.
2. Add potatoes, carrots, onions, and spices.
3. Cook until done and serve hot.
2. Add potatoes, carrots, onions, and spices.
3. Cook until done and serve hot.
Fried Prairie Dog with Onions (Pan-frying)
Requires marination
Requires marination
1. Marinate meat in spices and vinegar for 3–4 hours.
2. Fry with onions until golden brown.
3. Serve with side dish or bread.
2. Fry with onions until golden brown.
3. Serve with side dish or bread.