A marmot stands in the grass and looks straight into the camera with a carrot in its paws, Marmota, Allensbach, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany

A European marmot (Marmota marmota) is seated upright on a patch of grass, holding a small piece of carrot with its front paws. Its fur is a mix of brown and gray, and it appears alert with a focused gaze. The grassy area is bordered by some earth and a piece of wood, suggesting a natural habitat. The background consists of a mix of dirt and scattered vegetation, evoking a typical environment for this species in the mountainous regions of Europe.