Pika - With leaves in mouth - Colorado, USA - Storing vegetation to be used as food in winter - Inhabits talus slopes and rock slides usually near timberline
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Pika - With leaves in mouth - Colorado, USA - Storing vegetation to be used as food in winter - Inhabits talus slopes and rock slides usually near timberline
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Pika / Cony - With leaves in mouth
Colorado, USA
Ochotona princeps
John Cancalosi
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Cony Foraging Leaf Leaves Pika Pikas Rocks Vegetation
Say 'cheese' and leaf it to the pikas for a picture-perfect winter prep!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this adorable snapshot captured by John Cancalosi, we witness the industrious lifestyle of our furry friends, the pikas. Hailing from Colorado, USA, these little critters are true masters of survival in harsh mountain terrains. With leaves playfully peeking out of their mouths, these pika models showcase their impressive food-storing skills. As autumn approaches and winter looms ahead, they diligently gather vegetation to create hay piles beneath boulders - nature's hidden pantries! Living in colonies with designated territories (even among family), these pint-sized relatives of rabbits know how to make teamwork look effortless. Their high-altitude homes on talus slopes and rock slides near timberline provide them with breathtaking views as they munch on grasses and herbs. But here's the twist: while most animals hibernate during chilly winters, our pika pals stay wide awake! They rely solely on their meticulously stored food reserves buried beneath thick blankets of snow. Talk about being snowed under snacks! To communicate within their community or perhaps just share a good laugh at a squirrel slipping on ice nearby, pikas emit whistle-like calls that echo through the mountains. So next time you're feeling overwhelmed by your own winter preparations or simply need some inspiration for efficient snacking strategies – take a cue from these charismatic pikas who truly know how to have fun while getting ready for colder days!
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