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Pika - Colorado, USA - Inhabits talus slopes and rock slides usually near timberline and high mountains - Lives in colonies - Each pika has a territory within the colony at least in autumn - Related to rabbits - Feeds on grasses
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Pika - Colorado, USA - Inhabits talus slopes and rock slides usually near timberline and high mountains - Lives in colonies - Each pika has a territory within the colony at least in autumn - Related to rabbits - Feeds on grasses
CAN-2687
Pika / Cony - Colorado
USA
Ochotona princeps
John Cancalosi
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Rockstar Pikas - The Ultimate Talus Slope Dwellers!
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. In this photo print, captured by the talented John Cancalosi, we witness the fascinating world of CAN-2687 - a. k. a. Pika! Hailing from the picturesque landscapes of Colorado, USA, these adorable creatures have truly mastered their rocky abodes. Living in colonies and sharing timberline territories with their fellow pikas, these energetic little mammals are more than just distant relatives of rabbits. With an insatiable appetite for grasses and herbs, they cleverly store food beneath boulders in small piles of "hay". Talk about having your own secret pantry! But here's where it gets even more impressive - while most animals hibernate during winter months, our resilient pika friends don't! Instead, they rely on their carefully stored food reserves to survive under thick blankets of snow. Now that's some serious survival skills! And if you ever find yourself near these high mountains during autumn, keep your ears open for their whistle-like calls echoing through the crisp air. It's like attending a wild pika concert! So let this stunning print transport you into the enchanting world of these rockstar pikas as they bask in the sunlit beauty of their natural habitat. A true testament to nature's wonders and a reminder that sometimes all we need is a cozy spot among rocks to call home!
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