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They defend themselves by using there (strong) hind legs to watch out for there mates , but they are eaten by Eagles , Coyotes , & Foxs , hope this answers your question !

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They have an communiction system that allows to warn other members of the town of danger.

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scatter away or if a small preditor scratch them with there sharp claws

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it bites the predator with its sharp teeth when it is close to its hole.

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hid in holes they dig underground

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They make a loud barking sound.

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How do prairie dogs protect themselves from their enemies?

They can talk to eachother.


Do prairie dogs use their burrows to protect themselves when there is danger?

yes they do


How do prairie dogs protect themselves?

By burrowing, digging a hole and hiding in it.


What is an example of how a prairie dog meets the challenge of life of Maintaining Structure?

Prairie Dogs have to hunt for their own food and have to protect themselves and their food from Predators.


How do burrows protect prairie dogs?

The burrows provide the prairie dogs with protection from predators and shelter from elements.


How does the whistle of a prairie dog protect the group?

It warns the other prairie dogs and then they all hide deep in their system of tunnel houses.


How dogs protect themselves?

bark and bite!


How do the underground burrows protect prairie dogs from predators?

Most predators cannot fit into the burrows. It gives the prairie dog a place to get away from what is chasing them.


How much does the government spend on trying to protect prairie dogs?

Some universities provide funding to study the prairie dogs. I don't think there is any government $ being spent. Only in grants to do research.


Are prairie dogs scavengers?

No -- prairie dogs are herbivores.


How prairie dogs eats?

prairie dogs eats with their hands


Should prairie dogs be capitalized?

No, prairie dogs is not capitalized.