Plateau Pika

Ochotona curzoniae

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Lagomorpha · Ochotonidae

About

The plateau pika, also known as the black-lipped pika, is a species of mammal in the pika family, Ochotonidae.

Fun Fact

Plateau pikas are considered a keystone species of the Tibetan steppe — their burrows provide shelter for snow finches, lizards, and insects, and they aerate soil crucial for grassland health.

Quick Facts

Habitat

High-altitude grasslands

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

2-3 years

Threats

Urban Expansion
Overgrazing

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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