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The pika resembles a small rabbit and is included in the rabbit order,
Lagomorpha, but it belongs to a different family. It has broad, rounded
ears, and all four of its legs are about the same length. The pika is
tailless and reaches a length of 6 to 9 inches (15-23 cm). Its deep,
soft coat is grayish or buff in color.