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Marmota monax |
July: Parental care. Young prairie dogs begin to explore the territory under the watch of their parents.
Poses no danger. Very cautious and timid animal. 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. Meat was consumed by Native Americans. Requires prolonged heat treatment.
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.