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American pika (Ochotona princeps) bringing in a mouthful of plant material to one of its haypiles where it is collecting food for winter use. Beartooth Mountains, Wyoming/Montana. Summer. This photo was taken in alpine setting at around 11,000 feet (3350 meters) elevation. Looking southwest towards Absaroka Mountains in Northern Wyoming.
©Tom & Pat Leeson
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