Head on with an American Pika
If this were a bigger critter, it might be intimidating. ;-) Always one of the highlights of my high altitude visitors are these little dudes. Staking out some of my…
American Pika licks its lips
Such a cutie! I had a rather charmed encounter with this little critter back in August. I hiked into a talus field near the top of Trail Ridge Road in…
Extreme closeup of one of the high country’s smallest creatures
It is pretty rare that the tiny American Pika stops long enough for you to compose a nice closeup. This particular one though did just that for me back in…
Well, that’s a mouthful!
This cute American Pika provided me an hour worth of entertainment last month. It knew the change of seasons was coming and was busily gathering food for the coming winter.…
Little critter, big bark
Arguably one of the most entertaining creatures you will find in the high country – the American Pika. These little guys are incredibly animated and always on the move. From…
“And just what do you think you are doing?”
Life at 14,000 feet isn't for the faint of heart as conditions can be tough. Temperatures are oftentimes quite cold, even in the summer. So, when that sun comes up…