🌿Native Nature

American Pika

Ochotona princeps

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Lagomorpha ›Family: Ochotonidae ›Genus: Ochotona

About

The American pika (Ochotona princeps), a diurnal species of pika, is found in the mountains of western North America, usually in boulder fields at or above the tree line. They are herbivorous, smaller relatives of rabbits and hares.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Pika?
The scientific name of American Pika is Ochotona princeps.
What kingdom does American Pika belong to?
American Pika belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does American Pika belong to?
American Pika belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does American Pika belong to?
American Pika belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does American Pika belong to?
American Pika belongs to the order Lagomorpha.
What family does American Pika belong to?
American Pika belongs to the family Ochotonidae.
What genus does American Pika belong to?
American Pika belongs to the genus Ochotona.