Prolagus

extinct mammal genus

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pikas

  • American pika (Ochotona princeps)
    In pika

    One fossil pika (genus Prolagus) apparently lived during historical time. Its remains have been found on Corsica, Sardinia, and adjacent small islands. Earlier fossil material has been found on the mainland of Italy. Apparently it was still present up to 2,000 years ago but was driven to extinction, likely…

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