Pika is a mammal that generally inhabits mountainous areas. It has a fur skin and can run up to 24km/h (15mph). Pika which methodical name is ochotona minor usually grows 18-22cm (7-9in) and has a weight 75-290g (2.6-10oz). The animal lives 3-6 years in a solitary lifestyle. Favourite food: grasses, weeds, thistles
Facts about pikas
Name | Pika |
Main Prey | Grasses, weeds, thistles |
Colour | Black, brown, grey, white, tan |
Class | Mammalia |
Type | Mammal |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Genus | Ochotona |
Life Span | 3-6 years |
Scientific Name | Ochotona minor |
Size | 18-22cm (7-9in) |
Habitat | Mountainous areas |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Predators | Weasel, eagle, dogs |
Phylum | Chordata |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Top Speed | 24km/h (15mph) |
Skin Type | Fur |
Average Litter Size | 3 |
Family | Ochotonidae |
Order | Lagomorpha |
Weight | 75-290g (2.6-10oz) |
Diet | Herbivore |