Daurian Pika

The Daurian pika is a small, round-bodied lagomorph with short legs, rounded ears and no visible tail. Its brownish summer coat becomes longer and greyer in winter. The species occurs in Mongolia, northern China and adjoining parts of Russia. (Wikipedia, general species account)

Unlike rock-dwelling pikas, it inhabits steppe, meadow and semidesert grassland and excavates burrows. It feeds on grasses and herbs, cutting and drying vegetation in hay piles for winter. Individuals communicate with calls and remain active above ground during daylight. (Wikipedia, general species account)