AnAge entry for Ochotona pusilla

Classification (HAGRID: 02246)

Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia
    Phylum: Chordata
        Class: Mammalia (Taxon entry)
            Order: Lagomorpha
                Family: Ochotonidae
                    Genus: Ochotona
Species
Ochotona pusilla
Common name
Steppe pika

Lifespan, ageing, and relevant traits

Maximum longevity
Not yet established
Observations

While females may reproduce much sooner, males generally do not mate in their first year of life. It has been estimated that these animals live up to 4 years in the wild [0542]. Record longevity in captivity, however, is only 3.1 years [0671]. Further studies are necessary.

Life history traits (averages)

No information is available on life history. Please contact us if you wish to suggest or contribute data.

Metabolism

No information on metabolism is available.

References

External Resources

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ITIS 625329
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Taxonomy ID 228609
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