An inquisitive rock squirrel approaches me in hopes of food during a hiking break on the Bright Angel Trail in Grand Canyon National Park, AZ. The rodents are common in the canyon; they prefer rocky areas for building dens and hiding from predators. Although predominantly plant eaters, rock squirrels also feed on insects, small turkeys, and birds. Click to browse my hiking guides for the Grand Canyon, or click to browse my high-definition video collections.
