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It's time to meet the furry contenders participating in Fat Marmot Week
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Kelly Broderick , WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway These small animals, similar in size to house cats, are found in certain regions of North America.
In the western United States, a competition is underway to highlight marmots. These small animals, similar in size to house cats, are found in certain regions of North America. A project organized by the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory is behind this event, aiming to educate the public about marmots.
The goal is to determine which marmot has best prepared for hibernation. Further details about the competition, including voting information, are available from the source. The event is scheduled to conclude soon, with the final round of voting taking place at the end of August.
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Published: August 11, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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