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They are small, with a body length of about 30 to 36 cm, and a weight of 0.5 to 1.5 kg. They are covered in a coat of light brown fur, and their underbelly is a bit lighter. Utah prairie dogs have short ears, a short tail, and their eyes are situated on the sides of their head, perfect for spotting danger.  \nNow that we've gotten a look at them, let's hop on over to where these cute critters make their home. Utah prairie dogs live in the southwestern United States, particularly in the state of Utah, in grasslands and meadows. They live in burrows that they dig in the ground, which help them stay safe from predators and harsh weather. These burrows are part of a larger network called a colony, which can house hundreds of prairie dogs.  \nLiving in a colony must surely make you hungry, right? Let's talk about what these prairie dogs like to munch on. Utah prairie dogs are herbivores, which means they eat plants. Their diet primarily consists of grasses, seeds, and sometimes insects for a bit of protein. They have sharp teeth to help them cut through tough plant material.  \nFrom their social living to their herbivore diet, Utah prairie dogs sure are different from other species! Unlike many other rodents, Utah prairie dogs hibernate in winter, which means they sleep for a long time to save energy. The relationship between humans and Utah prairie dogs has been challenging as their burrows can disrupt farming, but they are important for maintaining biodiversity in their habitat. So, whether they're snoozing in winter or chomping on grass in the summer, Utah prairie dogs are a unique and important part of our world.  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) What do Utah prairie dogs eat?  \nA. Birds B. Fish C. Plants D. Meat  \n2) What do Utah prairie dogs primarily eat?  \nA. Fruits and nuts B. Meat and fish  \nC. Grasses and seeds D. Leaves and flowers  \n3) How large can a Utah prairie dog's colony be?  \nA. It can house around ten prairie B. It can house hundreds of prairie  \ndogs dogs  \nC. It can house fifty prairie dogs D. It can house just one prairie dog  \n4) What kind of burrow does Utah prairie dogs live in?  \nA. Burrows in trees B. Burrows under water  \nC. Burrows they dig in the ground D. Burrows in rocks  \n5) Where do Utah prairie dogs live?  \nA. In forests B. In deserts C. In grasslands D. In mountains  \n6) What kind of teeth do Utah prairie dogs have?  \nA. Flat teeth B. No teeth C. Round teeth D. Sharp teeth  \n7) Do Utah prairie dogs go into hibernation in winter?  \nA. Yes, they do B. They only hibernate in summer  \nC. No, they don't D. They don't hibernate, they migrate  \nsouth.  \n8) What is the main challenge in the relationship between humans and Utah prairie dogs?  \nA. They carry diseases B. They are aggressive towards  \nhumans  \nC. They eat crops D. 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