2. 2008

Reed Valley Wildlife

A few hours in the rain (of course) with the marmots and pikas.
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This hoary marmot was kind enough to pose for a number of photos in various positions.
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This hoary marmot was kind enough to pose for a number of photos in various positions.

AlaskaHatcher PassReed ValleyAnimalsMarmot2008Matanuska Susitna Valley

  • A fern clings to the side of Reed Creek.
  • Tiny white flowers bloom by the millions on the mossy slopes of the mountains.
  • Fresh snow peeks through the clouds around the nearby peaks. Yes, fresh snow in the middle of July.
  • And now on to the fur of the matter. This hoary marmot was kind enough to pose for a number of photos in various positions.
  • This hoary marmot was kind enough to pose for a number of photos in various positions.
  • This hoary marmot was kind enough to pose for a number of photos in various positions.
  • This hoary marmot was kind enough to pose for a number of photos in various positions.
  • This hoary marmot was kind enough to pose for a number of photos in various positions.
  • This hoary marmot was kind enough to pose for a number of photos in various positions.
  • Marmot toes, toughened by the years of traversing rough granite in the icy mountains.
  • A tiny lookout stands guard over its gopher home in the rocks.
  • Rocky tarns are plentiful in Reed Valley, supplementing the wonderful views with their still reflections.
  • A quite trickling stream rolls down the moss, heading to the ocean in a day or two.
  • A curious Pika pokes its head out of the rocks for a quick look around before fleeing underground again.
  • This pika is still shedding some heavy winter fur as summer gets into full swing.
  • A peeking pika checks if the coast is clear.
  • This tiny critter holds some very respectable knives in its paws as it keeps an eye open overlooking the valley.
  • Mossy growth on the gray granite of Hatcher Pass.
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