What Are Lagomorphs?
Rabbits, hares, and pikas, collectively known as lagomorphs, are known for their floppy ears, bushy tails and impressive hopping ability. But there’s more to lagomorphs than fluffy fur and a bouncy gait. Rabbits, hares, and pikas are versatile mammals that have colonized a wide range of habitats throughout the world. They serve as prey for many species and therefore play an important role in the food webs they occupy.
Lagomorphs are divided into 2 basic groups
Lagomorpha is an order of mammals that include two basic families, the pikas(ochotonidae), and the hares and rabbits(lepordiae).