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Marmots Party Hard, Wake Up in SF
16 Sep
Summary
- Two marmots were found in San Francisco after a suspected Burning Man trip.
- The animals may have consumed radiator fluid, causing disorientation.
- Wildlife rescue is attempting to return them to their native Sierra habitat.
Two marmots, typically residents of alpine regions near Lake Tahoe, were discovered in San Francisco on September 4th. Rescuers suspect these animals may have unknowingly hitched a ride in the engine compartments of vehicles departing the Burning Man festival. The wildlife rescue group Yggdrasil Urban Wildlife Rescue believes the marmots were attracted to radiator fluid, a substance they are known to consume, which can lead to disorientation and illness.
Both marmots are physically recovering but remain mentally unsettled by their sudden relocation to an urban setting. The organization is collaborating with other wildlife centers to pinpoint the marmots' origin and facilitate their return to the Sierra Nevada. This incident highlights the unusual challenges faced by wildlife rescue groups dealing with animals displaced by human activities and festival travel.
