pika†

[< Tungus (E. Siberia) piika]

DCHP-1 (pre-1967)

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a small mammal of the genus Ochotona, found in the western mountain region.

Quotations

1852

The little Pika, or tail-less hare, occupies the grassy eminences, and lays up a stock of hay for winter use.

1964

Upward o'er the whitened lumps
The furry-footed pika jumps
A tiny rabbit-track he leaves
A tiny rabbit--that he is.