Prairie Dog Town

Prairie Dog Town is a dry, open area inhabited by colonies of prairie dogs—small burrowing rodents known for their social behavior. These towns feature extensive tunnel systems and observable mounds where prairie dogs emerge to forage, communicate, and keep watch for predators. Prairie Dog Towns play a vital role in their ecosystems, providing habitat for other species and enriching soil through their digging. They are commonly found in grasslands and plains of North America and are important for ecological balance despite sometimes being viewed as pests because of their burrowing activity.