Kazakh Pika

Ochotona opaca

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Lagomorpha · Ochotonidae

About

The Kazakh pika is a species of pika endemic to Kazakhstan. It is found at the elevation of 400–1,000 m (1,300–3,300 ft) in semi-desert areas with rocks and shrubs. It was previously a population of Pallas's pika before being split into its own species.The Kazach pika was also thought to be the Helan Shan pika, but was determined genetically distinct enough to be its own species.

Fun Fact

It is found at the elevation of 400–1,000 m (1,300–3,300 ft) in semi-desert areas with rocks and shrubs.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to Kazakhstan.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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