AmberAbstractions

Its Pie-ka not Pee-ka

And its related to rabbits not rodents.

This cute little fuzzbutt is the American Pika. With thick fur adapted to blend into the rocky alpine terrain, and a body temperature of 104°f (40°c), they're one of the toughest animals in North America.

The Watchful Eye

Male Elk can stand about 5 ft (1.5 meters) tall at the shoulder so I guess this bush was about 6 ft (just under 2 meters) give or take. We were waiting for this guy to show himself in the meadow below when he decided to see what was happening on the other side of the foliage.

“Fatal attraction”

The term Fatal Attraction is used when the bull digs a hole in the ground, fills it with his own urine and bathes in it, hoping he scent will help to attract a mate.

Downward Squirrel Pose

Pine squirrels are known to harvest fungi and mushrooms, occasionally hanging them up on tree branches to dry out so they preserve better for winter storage.

Picnic in the Meadow

Black-Tailed Prairie Dog having a snack in a field of bindweed. This species of prairie dog do not truly hibernate. They stay active year-round, though they may experience brief periods of torpor during harsh winter weather.

Finding Balance

A majestic blue heron stands gracefully on one leg atop a weathered log.

This beautiful bird has a specialized cardiovascular system that uses counter-current heat exchange.This adaptation allows them to stand in freezing water without losing too much body heat or getting frostbite.

Waiting out the rain

A juvenile ruby-throated hummingbird perches on a small branch, resting patiently as it waits for the rain to pass. Those tiny feet are made for perching, not walking or hopping—so when they’re not gripping a branch, they simply slide along a surface.

Optical Illusion

When looking down into water, the water bends light so a fish can seem closer to the surface and further forward than it actually is.To compensate for this, a heron will tilt its head at different angles to reduce glare. When it strikes, it doesn't aim at the fish it sees, aims slightly below and behind the target to actually hit the fish.

Fashionista 2026

This Green Heron can be seen wearing the seasons latest fashion. Wearing green duckweed leg warmers paired with a rust and muted blue-gray coat, this beautiful bird is tailored to blend in while standing out

Dive, Dive, Dive!!!

Pied-billed Grebe in nonbreeding or immature plumage. These little birds are incredible divers. They can trap or squeeze air out of their feathers and lungs, allowing them to submerge completely or sink out of sight like a submarine.