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Utah Officials Count 1,300 Prairie Dog Colonies

4/22/2025

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In Cedar City, Utah, wildlife officials are on a mission, counting over 1,300 prairie dog colonies to monitor their population. Following a remarkable peak of 13,909 prairie dogs last year, this annual count is crucial for tracking this threatened species, which plays a vital role in the ecosystem and faces increasing climate challenges.

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In Cedar City, Utah, wildlife officials are on a mission, counting over 1,300 prairie dog colonies to monitor their population. Following a remarkable peak of 13,909 prairie dogs last year, this annual count is crucial for tracking this threatened species, which plays a vital role in the ecosystem and faces increasing climate challenges.