Prairie Dogs - Text Evidence

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What is a prairie dog?

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A prairie dog is a small, burrowing rodent that lives in large colonies in the grasslands of North America.

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What is a prairie habitat?

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A prairie habitat is a type of ecosystem characterized by open grasslands, few trees, and rich soil, where prairie dogs and other animals live.

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Why do prairie dogs need a habitat?

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Prairie dogs need a habitat to find food, shelter, and safety from predators.

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What do prairie dogs eat?

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Prairie dogs primarily eat grasses, seeds, and roots.

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What is the role of a guard prairie dog?

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A guard prairie dog watches for danger and alerts the group if a predator is nearby.

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How do prairie dogs communicate?

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Prairie dogs communicate using a variety of sounds and body language to warn each other of danger.

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What are tunnels in a prairie dog colony?

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Tunnels are underground passages that prairie dogs dig to connect their burrows and provide safety from predators.

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What is the purpose of prairie dog burrows?

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Burrows provide shelter, a place to raise young, and protection from extreme weather and predators.

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How do prairie dogs play?

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Prairie dogs play by chasing each other, wrestling, and engaging in playful behaviors.

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What is text evidence?

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Text evidence is information from a text that supports a claim or answer to a question.