The alpine pika (Ochotona alpina) is a species of small mammal in the pika family, Ochotonidae. The summer pelage of different subspecies varies drastically but, in general, it is dark or cinnamon brown, turning to grey with a yellowish tinge during the winter.

The alpine pika (Ochotona alpina ) is a species of small mammal in the pika family, Ochotonidae. The summer pelage of different subspecies varies drastically but, in general, it is dark or cinnamon brown, turning to grey with a yellowish tinge during the winter.

Sep 12, 2019 · Additionally, encroachment of conifers into alpine or subalpine meadows may reduce available forage as well as obstruct a pika’s ability to detect predators. Since pikas do not hibernate, they rely on the insulating effect of ample snow to survive harsh winter temperatures.

A pika (/ ˈpaɪkə / PY-kə, [3] or / ˈpiːkə / PEE-kə) [4] is a small, mountain-dwelling mammal native to Asia and North America. With short limbs, a very round body, an even coat of fur, and no external tail, they resemble their close relative the rabbit, but with short, rounded ears. [5] .

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Colorado’s pikas are denizens of the alpine: the high-altitude, mostly treeless tundra that’s frequently exposed to temperatures well below 0°F (-18°C), winds exceeding 50 – 100 miles per hour, and is largely covered by snow for nine months of the year.

The Alpine Pika is a small, herbivorous mammal known for its distinctive high-pitched calls. A resident of rocky slopes and alpine meadows, they have adapted to life in the chilly embrace of mountainous regions.

The alpine pika (Ochotona alpina), also known as 'Alta Pika', 'Altaischer Pfeighase', 'Pika de l'atai', and 'Pika alpina', is a species of small mammal in the pika family, Ochotonidae.

The Alpine Pika (Ochotona alpina) is a species of Pika that is found in the mountains of Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia. The Alpine Pike in general usually weighs in at 5 ounces, and is 7 inches long.

Ochotona alpina (Alpine Pika) is a species of mammals in the family pikas. They are found in the palearctic. They are solitary herbivores. Individuals are known to live for 36 months and can grow to 175 mm. They rely on running to move around.