Ever wondered what life is like for a pika in the wild? BBC Earth’s latest 4K UHD video gives us a front-row seat to the fascinating world of these adorable mammals. As winter recedes, the high-altitude meadows transform into a lush paradise, making it the perfect time for pikas to start their food collection frenzy.

In the video, we follow a young male pika who’s been surviving on his winter food stash, eagerly awaiting summer’s return. The pikas are hard at work, gathering leaves and building intricate haystacks to last through the next winter. This task involves thousands of trips and a lot of precision, as they need to pack each leaf carefully and mix in other plants to preserve their food.

But it’s not all work and no play! One clever pika takes a more opportunistic approach by stealing from its neighbors. Watch as this crafty creature outsmarts others and makes off with their hard-earned food.