Empress Marmot
Uploaded: April 28, 2012
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
Bonnie C. Lackey April 29, 2012
I think he gets lots of snacks! Nice catch! #1459551Jack Gaskin April 29, 2012
Nice Catch They do get quite comfortable around people especially if fed & not Harassed ...Jack #10113525
Kay E. Mahoney April 29, 2012
Very cute. He is adorable. #10114119Heather Loewenhardt April 29, 2012
The light and detail is fabulous Sharon. #10114228Sharon Sawyer April 30, 2012
Thank you Bonnie, Jack, Kay and Heather! I appreciate your comments and support!!! #10115521Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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