Least Concern
Marmot
Marmota
A chunky ground-dwelling rodent common in mountain meadows and steppe habitats.
Category
Mammal
Habitat
Mountain
Diet
Herbivore
Lifespan
8–15 years depending on species
Size
Body length 30–70 cm; weight 2–8 kg
Scientific Name
Marmota
About Marmot
A chunky ground-dwelling rodent common in mountain meadows and steppe habitats.
It belongs to the Mammal group and is commonly associated with mountain habitats with a herbivore diet, with a lifespan of 8–15 years depending on species, a size of Body length 30–70 cm; weight 2–8 kg, a conservation status of Least Concern.
Fun Fact
Marmots hibernate for many months to survive harsh winters.
Where Marmot Lives
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Rocky Mountain meadows
, United States
French Alps
, France