The word "jackrabbit" is commonly used to describe certain hares, and each species has its own scientific name. Here are some examples of hares commonly given the name "jackrabbit," and their scientific names:

Antelope jackrabbit, Lepus alleni

Black-tailed jackrabbit, Lepus californicus

White-sided jackrabbit, Lepus callotis

Tehuantepec jackrabbit, Lepus flavigularis

Black jackrabbit, Lepus insularis

White-tailed jackrabbit, Lepus townsendii

There are many species of jackrabbit. Jackrabbits are actually hares. Each species has its own scientific name. For example:

The Black Tailed Jackrabbit is Lepus californicus

The Antelope Jackrabbit is Lepus alleni

The White Tailed Jackrabbit is Lepus townsendii