Empress Marmot

© Sharon Sawyer

Empress Marmot

Uploaded: April 28, 2012

Description

This furry critter first appeared at the Fairmont Empress Hotel in May of 2010, much to the surprise of both hotel staff and environment ministry officials. It was identified as a member of the yellow-bellied family, native to B.C.’s southeast region, and it’s believed that it somehow hitched a ride to Victoria from Grand Forks. He now lives in the large rocks in the gardens of the hotel and hibernates from Sept to April.

4/28/2012 ~ Category ~ Animals

Comments

Bonnie C. Lackey level-classic April 29, 2012

I think he gets lots of snacks! Nice catch! #1459551

Jack Gaskin April 29, 2012

Nice Catch They do get quite comfortable around people especially if fed & not Harassed ...

Jack #10113525

Kay E. Mahoney level-classic April 29, 2012

Very cute. He is adorable. #10114119

Heather Loewenhardt level-classic April 29, 2012

The light and detail is fabulous Sharon. #10114228

Sharon Sawyer April 30, 2012

Thank you Bonnie, Jack, Kay and Heather! I appreciate your comments and support!!! #10115521

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