Rabbits and Hares

The common rabbit is the European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus), which is widely distributed in Europe and has been introduced to other parts of the world. It is a medium-sized mammal known for its long ears, powerful hind legs, and burrowing behavior.

Rabbits do not hibernate. They are not true hibernators, but are crepuscular animals, meaning they are most active during dawn and dusk. Rabbits remain active throughout the winter, relying on their burrows and thick fur to keep them warm.

The young hare painting was made in 1502 by German artist Albrecht Dürer.

A rabbit's offspring is called a litter. Rabbits are known for having large litters, typically ranging from 4 to 12 babies, though this can vary. Baby rabbits are called kits.

• The largest rabbit is 50 pounds, 4 feet 3 inches long, and insured for $1.6M. (See Link)
• Domestic rabbits raised for slaughter (fryers) reach market weight at 4.5 to 5 pounds. (See Link)
• Domesticated rabbits weigh more than wild rabbits. Adult Eastern Cottontails range from 1.8 to 2.95 pounds. (See link)

Baby rabbits are called kittens or kits.

There are 16 species of Cottontail Rabbit. Depending on location, the Cottontail rabbits are often hunted by eagles, hawks, owls, raptors, coyotes, bobcats, cougars, weasels, foxes, alligators, large snakes, and people.
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They used to be endangered. However, now only several are endangered. I think around 2 or 3. I'm preety sure one of them is because of it's fur. It's hunted because of it's fur. Thesecond (i think) was because they reproduce slowly.

Usually they flash out red. Especially the large white rabbits.

Another answer: The rabbit's eye colour doesn't change in a flash of sudden bright light. The pupils get smaller, but the colour doesn't change. What might make it look like a colour change is the light itself reflecting off the surface of the eye, causing a red colour -- but that is a trick of the light.

Wild rabbits have dark brown eyes (so dark it can be hard to differentiate the pupil from the iris); pet rabbits do, too, but also sometimes they have red eyes or blue eyes.

Lionhead rabbits need regular exercise to stay healthy and happy. Activities such as supervised outdoor playtime, running around in a bunny-proofed room, or providing toys and tunnels for them to explore can help keep them active. Ensuring they have enough space to hop, jump, and stretch is important for their well-being.

Sometimes, but not always. For example: wolves, a carnivore, hunt caribou, elk, deer and other small animals which are all herbivores. But sometimes a carnivore will feed on another carnivore, like polar bears- they eat seals and seals eat fish, so not all carnivores feed on herbivores.

Remember-

plants get energy from the sun,

herbivores get energy from plants

carnivores get energy from other animals

omnivores get energy from plants and animals.

hope this helps! :)

A rabbit's tail is called a "scut," which is a word that was first invented 400 years ago, although it is rarely used today. The word is also used to signify other animals' tails as well, including deer, bears, goats and moose.

Yes. A small enough rabbit CAN jump right through the mesh in a standard sized yard fence. I know this, because last night I had the little guy (... no not a baby) cornered and poof - he jumped right through the fence and bounded off into the brush. I was stunned for a minute - he sure didn't LOOK like he would have fit through there - but sure enough, he most certainly did. So, not seeing any rabbit holes? No tunnels under your fence? (mine is a 5' chain link) He's probably just jumping right through it. Obviously, there comes a point that a larger rabbit will not get through, but this 3-5 pound rabbit did it without even breaking stride, and a 3-5 pound rabbit is plenty big to tear up your garden. I'm moving my operation to level 2...trapping. If trapping doesn't work, I'll break out my air rifle. Good luck!

Riverine Rabbits have suffered a huge drop in population due to deforestation for agriculture. They are also being killed by farmers to defend crops, hunted for food and accidently caught in traps meant for larger pests.

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Rabbits are ground-dwelling animals. When they are held, they will get frightened. But, if you hold them correctly, they will settle down a bit. They feel secure when you hold their paws (especially the back ones) and not let them dangle.

Desert cottontail rabbits are commonly found in desert regions. They are well adapted to hot and arid environments, with features such as their light fur color and large ears to dissipate heat. These rabbits are important to desert ecosystems as prey species and for seed dispersal.

Carnivores are meat eaters they are different from herbivores, omnivores, and scavengers.

Rabbits do not produce milk as a viable food source for humans. Their milk production is limited, and their diet and care requirements make commercial milk production impractical. Rabbit milk is primarily used to feed baby rabbits for a short period of time.

Almost always agouti, although a few particular species may deviate from this (ex. the arctic hare)

Jackrabbits have been known to leap up to 10 feet in a single jump, using their powerful hind legs to propel them into the air with remarkable agility.

Yes.

A rabbits tail has many different names. It could be referred to as a scut, cottontail or a bob.

increasing the surface area for heat dissipation and promoting air circulation to cool the body. This adaptation helps them regulate their body temperature and survive in the hot desert environment.