Pikas Collection (#2)

Pika With haypile Mount Rainier NP National Park, Washington, USA
TOM-683-c Pika - With haypile Mount Rainier NP National Park, Washington, USA Ochotona princeps Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Pika / Cony - about to eat groundsel flower, Pacific North West, USA. MH789
TOM-1010 Pika / Cony - about to eat groundsel flower Pacific North West, USA. Ochotona princeps Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Pika / Mouse Hare N. Chopra Garhwal, U. P. India
JVG-2639 Royle's Pika / Mouse Hare N. Chopra Garhwal, U. P. India Ochotona roylei Joanna Van Gruisen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Pika / Mouse Hare - female, by burrow. Looking towards Startsapuk Tso 15, 000 ft in restricted area East Ladakh
JVG-1902 Royles Pika / Mouse Hare - female, by burrow. Looking towards Startsapuk Tso 15, 000 ft in restricted area East Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir, India

Pika - Calling to declare territory
CAN-770 PIKA / Cony - calling to declare territory Colorado, USA Ochotona princeps Related to Rabbits John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Pika / Cony Related to Rabbits. Calling to declare it's territory, Nr Timberline Country, USA
CAN-658 PIKA / Cony - calling to declare its territory Nr. Timberline County, USA Ochotona princeps Related to rabbits John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Pika Near Timberline, Colorado, USA
CAN-298 PIKA / Cony - Gathers food Near Timberline, Colorado, USA Ochotona princeps Related to rabbits John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Pika - Yawning - Colorado, USA - Inhabits talus slopes and rock slides usually near timberline
CAN-2690 Pika / Cony - Yawning Colorado, USA Ochotona princeps John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Pika - On rock - Colorado, USA - Inhabits talus slopes and rock slides usually near timberline
CAN-2688 Pika / Cony - On rock Colorado, USA Ochotona princeps John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Pika - Colorado, USA - Inhabits talus slopes and rock slides usually near timberline
CAN-2687 Pika / Cony - Colorado USA Ochotona princeps John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Pika - With leaves in mouth - Colorado, USA - Storing vegetation to be used as food in winter - Inhabits talus slopes
CAN-2686 Pika / Cony - With leaves in mouth Colorado, USA Ochotona princeps John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Pika - Calling - Colorado, USA - Inhabits talus slopes and rock slides usually near timberline
CAN-2684 Pika / Cony - Calling Colorado, USA Ochotona princeps John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Pika - Leaf in mouth, storing vegetation to be used as food in winter - Inhabits talus slopes
CAN-2683 Pika / Cony - Leaf in mouth, storing vegetation to be used as food in winter, stores food in small piles of "hay" beneath boulders Colorado

Pika / Cony - On rock Talus Slope near Timberline, Colorado, USA
CAN-2050 PIKA / Cony - on rock Talus Slope, near Timberline, Colorado, USA Ochotona princeps Related to rabbits John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Pika / Cony - carrying food Talus Slope, near Timberline, Colorado, USA
CAN-2049 PIKA / Cony - carrying food Talus Slope, near Timberline, Colorado, USA Ochotona princeps Related to rabbits John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Northern Pika rodent on guard, living in a "stone-river" in Sengilen mountain range
ANZ-927 Northern Pika rodent on guard, living in a "stone-river" in Sengilen mountain range South Tuva, Russia Ochotona hyperborea Andrey Zvoznikov Please note that prints are for personal

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"Pikas: Nature's Winter Storers" Found in the high mountains of Colorado and beyond, they can small mammals known for their incredible ability to store vegetation as food for the harsh winter months. These adorable creatures inhabit talus slopes and rock slides near timberline, making their homes in colonies. Each pika within a colony has its own territory, especially during autumn when they gather plants to create hay piles. Related to other species like the American Pika, Glovers Pika, and Large-eared Pika found in different parts of China, these furry animals showcase remarkable adaptability. From leaping between alpine rocks with agility reminiscent of mountain hares in Lombardy, Italy to resting peacefully amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Denali National Park in Alaska they can be spotted across various regions worldwide. They diligently collect vegetation from Bridger National Forest or even the Tibetan Plateau in Qinghai and Sichuan Province. Whether it's the Plateau Pika gathering plants on the vast Tibetan Plateau or Himalayan Marmots thriving at Mt Qomolangma National Park on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, pikas exemplify nature's resilience. Their commitment to stockpiling resources ensures survival during long winters when food is scarce. Observing a pika meticulously storing plants within scree rock piles at Sheepeaters Cliff in Yellowstone National Park showcases their industrious nature. These charismatic creatures remind us that preparation is key for facing challenges head-on. Intriguingly diverse yet united by their resourcefulness and determination to thrive despite harsh conditions, pikas serve as a testament to nature's ingenuity. So next time you encounter these enchanting beings while exploring high mountains or rocky terrains around the world, take a moment to appreciate their unwavering spirit and marvel at how they conquer adversity with grace.