The Yellow-Bellied Marmot
Common Name: Yellow-Bellied Marmot
Scientific Name: Marmota flaviventris
Weight: 3.5 to 11 pounds
Life Span: 15 years
Diet: Grass, grains, leaves, flowers, seeds, eggs, and insects
Ecological Role: Marmots provide continuous nutrients by aerating the soil around plants as they dig holes and provide rich fertilizer from their dung. Marmots are also a major food source for many animals throughout the ecosystem.
