Rabbits and Hares

If you are looking for pictures or information regarding wild rabbits, it is best to find a book dedicated to them. You can find many books like this at your local library.

Wild rabbits in Kentucky feed on vegetation. They will feed on both flower and vegetable plants including clover, grass, and wildflowers. If they can find a vegetable garden or farm, they will help themselves to cabbage, lettuce, and carrot plants.

A hare's tail is called a "scut." It is typically short and white, compared to the longer tails of other animals like rabbits.

In a bunny care report, you should include information on providing a proper diet (consisting of hay, fresh vegetables, and pellets), a clean and spacious living environment, regular grooming, access to fresh water, social interaction and exercise, and regular veterinary check-ups to ensure the bunny's health and well-being. Additionally, addressing specific needs based on the bunny's breed and age, as well as proper handling techniques, should also be highlighted in the report.

Generally, rabbits do not need baths as they are capable of grooming themselves effectively. Too much bathing can disrupt their natural grooming routine and stress them out. However, in certain situations, such as if a rabbit has soiled fur or health issues that prevent grooming, a vet may recommend a special bath.

A rabbit can get up to as big as a puppy DOG

Rabbits have over a dozen muscles in their ears which allow them to move them independently in different directions. This gives them the ability to pinpoint the source of a sound or convey their emotions through ear movements. Additionally, rabbits have excellent hearing and rely on ear movements to stay alert to potential dangers in their environment.

Rabbits may freeze as a response to perceived danger or a predator nearby. Freezing allows them to blend into their surroundings and avoid detection, increasing their chances of survival. It is a natural defense mechanism to stay still and assess the situation before deciding on the next course of action.

Baby bunnies, also known as kits, typically stay in the nest for about 3-4 weeks before they are weaned and able to venture out on their own. During this time, the mother rabbit will care for and feed the kits in the nest.

Mother bunnies typically only stay away from their babies for a short period of time, usually less than 5-10 minutes, to avoid drawing attention to the nest and attracting predators. They return several times a day to nurse and care for their young.

Hares are known for their quick and agile movements. They can run up to 45 miles per hour and are able to make sudden twists and turns to evade predators. Hares also have strong hind legs that allow them to make powerful leaps when needed.

From my current knowladge rabbits tails do not just fall of.However my younger sibling pulled the tail off my rabbit and she is fine with no medical complications to speak of.Also if your rabbit does lose its tail to a younger member of the family,take him/her to the vet imediatly (I cant stress this enough)to get special rabbit antibiotics and a special pet band-aid.If it starts bleeding,stay calm,it is connected to the rabbit so it will bleed a little.

Help could someone answer this question.

would happened to my rabbit.

one morning i went to feed the rabbit and i realized he wasnt there. so i checked under my house. were he always goes if he manages to get out of his cage. Not there. so i strted panicking. and i found his tail on the ground. i think his dead. i havent seen him since. he was missin on the 13th of october 09. i still have hopes because white fluff keeps appearing. evrey day. And where i live there are foxes. so yeh. i think that hes not coming back because if it was attacked of memory. it could really help if it is answerd bye

There are lots of diffirent rabbit breeds- these are most of them:

Angora, Argente, Belgian Hare, Beveren, British Giant, Blanc de Bouscat, californian, chinchilla, dutch, English, flemish giant, fox, harlequin, himilayan, havana, lilac, lionhead, lop (including mini, dwarf, french, English etc), netherland dwarf, new zealand, polish, rex, sable, satin, Siberian, silver, smoke pearl, sussex, Swiss fox, tan, thuringer and Vienna.

You can create a larger space for your bunny by converting a designated area in your home into a bunny-friendly enclosure using removable gates, playpens, or even using pet-safe barriers to section off a bigger area for your bunny to explore. Ensure the space is escape-proof, free of hazards, and enriched with toys, hiding spots, and hay. Regular supervision is crucial when bunny-proofing a larger space.

Brush rabbits primarily feed on a variety of plant materials such as grasses, herbs, shrubs, and young tree bark. Their diet also includes fruits and seeds, making them herbivores that rely on vegetation for sustenance.

Rabbits do not experience early labor in the same way that humans or other mammals do. Rabbits typically give birth to a litter of babies all at once, and the process is relatively quick once it starts. Pregnant rabbits may dig a nest and prepare for giving birth, but they do not go through stages of labor like humans do.

A doe rabbit can absorb her kits at any stage of pregnancy, usually due to stress or health issues. If your rabbit has milk but no signs of babies, it could be a false pregnancy. A vet check is recommended to rule out any underlying health concerns.

Rabbits do eat flowers, and they will eat almost any vegetation if what they like best isn't available. Wild rabbits do eat zinnias but they are not a rabbit's first choice.

Flowers are not a regular part of a healthy rabbit's diet. If you feed flowers to your pet rabbit, consider them a treat only. See the related question (linked below) for more information.

Marsh rabbits primarily eat grasses, sedges, aquatic plants, and some small shrubs. They also consume fruits, berries, and certain types of vegetables when available. Insects and small invertebrates may supplement their diet as well.

To protect a nest of bunnies with their mom, keep human interaction to a minimum and avoid disturbing the nest area. Place a barrier like a small fence around the nest to deter predators like cats and dogs. Ensure the nest is well-hidden and not easily accessible to keep the bunnies safe.

Most rabbits reach sexual maturity at around 3-5 months of age. Sometimes she might become aggresive, mount other females, pant or become really nervous/twitchy. But sometimes she might not even show signs and one day u will end up with a rabbit farm

English rabbits eat the same fruits (and food generally) as all rabbits. See the related question below for more info.

The Smith Island Cottontail is a rare subspecies of rabbit found only on Smith Island in Maryland, USA. They are smaller than most other cottontails and have a unique genetic variation that sets them apart from other similar rabbit species. The Smith Island Cottontail is a critically endangered species facing threats from habitat loss and predation.

No, bunnies are not nocturnal, but they sleep with their eyes open. You can tell if one is asleep by if it moves it's heads around, scratches itself, or blinks. If one does do any of these things, then your little furry friend is still awake!:)