What is another word for pika?

Pronunciation: [pˈiːkə] (IPA)

Pika is a small mammal that belongs to the family Ochotonidae. They are also referred to as rock rabbits, coneys, and whistling hares. Pikas are found in the mountains of North America and Asia, living in crevices, talus fields, and rock piles. They are known for their high-pitched calls and their ability to store food for the winter. Some other possible synonyms for pika may include furry rabbit, mountain hare, alpine bunny, and rock-dwelling rodent. Despite their small size, pikas are important components of alpine ecosystems, serving as prey for many predatory animals and playing an important role in nutrient cycling.

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What are the hypernyms for Pika?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    animal, rodent.

Usage examples for Pika

He has a family all to himself and should be called a pika.
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"Little Chief Hare, called the pika or Cony, and Stubtail the Mountain Beaver or Sewellel," replied Peter with great promptness.
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"Way out in the mountains of the Far West, where Whistler the Marmot and Little Chief the pika live, is a big cousin of Buster Bear," began Old Mother Nature.
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Burgess, Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo)

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