A desert cottontail scans the green scene at the Merced National Wildlife Refuge.
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A desert cottontail scans the green scene at the Merced National Wildlife Refuge.
European Brown Hare (Lepus europaeus) in field margin at Neeps Bridge farm, Norfolk
European Brown Hare (Lepus europaeus) in field margin at Neeps Bridge farm, Norfolk
Snowshoe Hare
As winter approaches, this hare is gradually changing its colors from brown to white..Not the best shot in the world but I thought the coloring was really interesting
On a hot day at the San Louis National Wildlife Refuge.
A cottontail rabbit shares shade with some California quails at the San Louis National Wildlife Refuge.
The Ili pika can only be found in a small and remote section of northwest China. They prefer to inhabit talus slopes which are at very high elevations. These little critters unfortunately face the threats of habitat loss and destruction at the hands of farming and ranching. This also adds to their competition for food. They also have to deal with climate change, which can shift and alter their habitat. The IUCN lists these lagomorphs (same family as hares and rabbits) as Endangered. Their populations are also decreasing.
First the Stats...
Scientific name: Ochotona iliensis
Weight: Up to 8.5 ounces
Length: Up to 8 inches
Lifespan: Up to 7 years
Now on to the Facts!
1.) These critters are diurnal (active during the day), with occasional nocturnal (active at night) activity.
2.) In winter, their activity is more diurnal and during other months of the year they are more active at night.
3.) Ili pikas are solitary and only come together to mate.
4.) While they do possess the ability to vocalize, they are mostly silent.
5.) Grasses and herbs make up their diet.
But wait, there's more on the Ili pika!
6.) They produce up to 2 litters per year that consist of up to 3 leverets.
7.) With their low reproduction rate and small litter size, it makes things tougher on these little creatures to bounce back from near extinction.
Did you know...?
Ili pikas are known to build hay piles to come back to and eat later.
8.) The Ili pika does not hibernate during the winter.
9.)
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A 2017 Toyota Camry at the Merced National Wildlife Refuge.
