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Prairie Dog
AdvancedPrairie dog
Grassland-dwelling ground squirrel from North America. Highly social with complex vocalizations and dog-like affection toward owners.
Difficulty
Advanced
Temperature
18〜26℃
Lifespan
8-12 years
Size
30-40cm / 0.7-1.5kg
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Timothy hay (staple), prairie dog pellets, vegetables
About
Prairie dogs are burrowing rodents of the genus Cynomys, native to the grasslands and prairies of North America. Five species are recognized, with the black-tailed prairie dog (C. ludovicianus) being the most commonly kept as a pet. Adults measure 28–40 cm and weigh 700–1,400 g. Their common name derives from their dog-like bark, used as an alarm call. In the wild, they form enormous underground communities called 'prairie dog towns,' consisting of complex tunnel systems with designated chambers for sleeping, raising young, and waste. As pets, prairie dogs can form strong bonds with their owners and become highly affectionate when raised from a young age. Housing should be spacious with deep substrate to allow burrowing. Diet consists primarily of grasses, hay, and vegetables; sugary foods should be restricted. Common health concerns include obesity, dental disease, and neoplasia. Lifespan in captivity is 8–12 years.
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Basic Info
Origin
the grasslands of North America
Lifespan
8-12 years
Size
30-40cm / 0.7-1.5kg
Temperature
18〜26℃
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Timothy hay (staple), prairie dog pellets, vegetables
Care Guide
References & Sources
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Primary sources
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Prairie dog (Ord, 1815)
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
Domestic law: 感染症法に基づき2003年3月よりプレーリードッグの輸入は禁止(指定動物)。新規の海外からの輸入個体は流通しない。
Cynomys属はメキシコプレーリードッグ(C. mexicanus)がCITES附属書I・IUCN ENを含む混在グループのためCITESは種未特定として明示しない。日本の特定動物(危険動物)には非該当。
Sources: 農林水産省 動物検疫所 感染症法(プレーリードッグ輸入禁止) / 環境省 特定動物リスト
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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