noun
- plural of pika; small, round-eared mammals related to rabbits that live in rocky mountain areas
Examples
- Pikas are commonly found in the Rocky Mountains.
- The hikers spotted several pikas darting between the rocks.
- Pikas collect plants during summer to store for winter.
- These small pikas have thick fur to survive cold temperatures.
- Mountain pikas make distinctive chirping calls to communicate.
- Researchers study how pikas adapt to climate change.