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The most important plant that rabbits eat is hay: they need to eat tons of hay to stay healthy.

Other than hay, bunnies eat leafy green plants like some dark-coloured lettuces, herbs, weeds, and the green tops of root veggies; they also eat some flowers and vegetables.

Despite the Cartoons, they do not eat carrots, but DO love carrot tops. Ask the grocer if they have carrot tops they've trim from carrots -- you might get some for free! Carrots are high in sugar and should be considered a treat, not a regular part of your rabbit's diet. A bite or two of carrot every couple of days won't hurt your rabbit (assuming your rabbit is otherwise healthy and eating a healthy diet).

There are many plants that rabbits can't eat. Always research plants before giving them to your rabbit. See the related links/questions below for more info.
Alfalfa Sprouts

Basil

Beet Greens

Bok Choy

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Carrot Tops- with some carrots

Celery

Chard

Chicory

Cilantro

Clover- too much clover causes soft stools so not too much

Collard Greens

Dandelions

Endive

Green Peppers

Kale

Lettuce, dark leaf-Romaine is the best since iceberg doesn't have any nutrients

Mint

Mustard Greens

Parsley

Pea Pods

Radish Tops

Spinach

Watercress

Wheat Grass

*Make sure to introduce the veggies in your rabbits diet one at a time so that if one upsets your rabbits stomach you'll know which one.

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Cottontail rabbits will typically eat grasses as their main source of food. These rabbits will also eat carrot tops and other vegetables found in small gardens.

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lots of plants

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