Common Name: Large-eared Pika
Scientific Name: Ochotona macrotis
Nepali Name: Lamkaane Thutekharayo (लाम्काने ठुटेखरायो)
Size: 15-20.4 cm (length)
Location: Manang, Manang
Found in alpine areas from 2500m – 6130m above sea level in boulders, screes, broken grounds, rock walls. Broad ears with long hairs inside and pale brownish fur with an orange tinge; these Pikas do not make their own burrow but uses existing burrow system and also lives in crevices and scree found in mountainous regions.
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