Explained in plain English

Why do meerkats dig so much?

Meerkats are expert diggers, creating complex underground networks of tunnels and chambers. These burrows provide essential shelter from predators and extreme weather, like the heavy rain mentioned in the story. They also serve as safe nurseries for pups. The meerkats in the story were digging a new chamber for their pregnant matriarch, highlighting the importance of these structures for their survival and reproduction.