Name: Lively marmots bring summer charm to Xinjiang's grasslands
Uploaded: 2026-05-10T11:13:07+08:00
Duration: PT30.272S
Description: In May, the grasslands in Jimunai County in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region are teeming with lively marmots. Emerging from a five- to six-month hibernation, these chunky rodents are most active from May to August. They can be seen

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In May, the grasslands in Jimunai County in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region are teeming with lively marmots. Emerging from a five- to six-month hibernation, these chunky rodents are most active from May to August. They can be seen sunbathing, chasing each other, standing alert, and feeding leisurely, adding a delightful touch of nature to the summer scenery before they prepare for hibernation again in September.

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