The Chinese zokor is a rodent you've likely never heard of before. They're burrowing rodents very common to eastern and central China, and are a cornerstone species in their range, being essential as food to a number of predators as well as loosening up soil and dirt.

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This delaying is starting to get ridiculous. It may be time to consider wrapping up this year's Inquetober. I wanted to at least first hit number forty, though.