American pika soaking in the high-altitude view
An American pika pauses its winter preparations and sits on a rock. (© Tony’s Takes)

The views from 14,000 feet are pretty astounding and for a brief instant, this little guy seemed to stop from its work and soak it all in. It, of course, didn’t last long, and it was off to continue gathering food for the coming winter. It won’t be long and snow will be falling at its home so time is short to get its preparations done.

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