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Ochotona princeps
This is a diurnal species of pika. They are herbivorous, smaller relatives of rabbits and hares.
Boulder fields.
I came across this pair of Pika's in a boulder field. One was above me hiding in the shade of the rocks while the other was sitting in the sun below me. They were regularly calling to each other.
Spotted on Aug 25, 2012
Submitted on Sep 25, 2012
2 Comments
Thanks Yuko. I think it helped that I was by myself - nice and quiet - and it was a lovely sunny morning. Hope you spot them on your next trip!
PIKA!!! I love this cute little animal! I look for them every time I hike on the rocky area of Mt. Rainier. I heard them a few times, but have not spotted them yet. You're so lucky! Nice series!