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ochotonidae

/ˌɒk.əˈtɒn.ɪ.diː/

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noun

/ˌɒk.əˈtɒn.ɪ.diː/C2formalscientific
  • ruТаксономическое семейство млекопитающих, широко известных как пищухи, которые являются мелкими травоядными зайцеобразными, родственными кроликам и зайцам, включающее как ныне живущие виды, так и вымершие формы.

A taxonomic family of mammals, commonly known as pikas, which are small, herbivorous lagomorphs related to rabbits and hares, including both living species and extinct forms.

proper noun

  1. Pika familyC2formalscientific

    A family of small, herbivorous mammals known as pikas, which are related to rabbits and hares.

    ruСемейство пищуховых

    • The Ochotonidae family includes all species of pikas found in Asia and North America.
    • Ochotonidae are known for their short limbs, round ears, and lack of a visible tail.
    • Fossil records show that Ochotonidae were once more widespread than they are today.