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Hundreds of years ago, rabbits were called "coneys" (pronounced with a soft o, as in "honey"), and baby coneys were called "rabbits." Over time, the word coney was phased out, and the word rabbit came to be used for the adults; baby rabbits are now called "kittens" (or "kits").
The current nickname for rabbits, "bunnies," derives from their original name. Some languages still use the original name (e.g. the Spanish word for "rabbit" is "conejo"; the Dutch, "konijn").
Some species have the word "rabbit" in their name, like the jack rabbit, when they're not actually rabbits: e.g. jack rabbits are hares. Hares and rabbits are closely related, though (both lagomorphs).
It's a common misconception that "bunny" means a baby rabbit. Baby rabbits are called "kits." The word "bunny" is just a nickname for "rabbits."
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Rabbits has a scientific name "Lagomorph" which means long ears, big feet, and continually growing teeth. So a man named a rabbit a rabbit for all its appearances.
A rabbit is called a rabbit because it is the adult form of a bunny.
That's incorrect - a common misconception!
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How do you buy baby rabbits as pets?
You can't buy baby rabbits because they won't live; but rabbitry's sell rabbits for pets and shows. Our family does a rabbitry and lots of people buy rabbits for their 4-H kids.
What do you call the tending of rabbits?
The practice of tending and breeding rabbits is called cuniculture.
What do you call a place where rabbits are kept?
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Are checkered giant rabbits good with kids?
Yes, checkered giant rabbits are generally good with kids. They are known for their gentle and calm temperament, making them suitable for families with children. However, as with any pet, it's important to supervise interactions between rabbits and young children to ensure safety for both parties.
How did rabbits become pets?
Rabbits have been kept as pets for centuries, initially for their meat and fur. Over time, their cute appearance and gentle nature led to them being domesticated specifically for companionship. Today, rabbits are popular pets due to their social behavior, low maintenance requirements, and ability to bond with their owners.
Why do people call rabbits bunny rabbits?
cause it sounds cute
Do people eat bunnys?
Yes, people do eat rabbits. Only some kinds are used for eating, but rabbits that get eaten are call meat rabbits, or marketing rabbits.
Why do people call rabbits hairs?
they are different breed
Can rabbits and dogs have kids?
No. Rabbits have Kits, dogs have puppies. GOATS have Kids.
Why do we call rabbit rabbits?
You've got it backwards. The question is why do we call rabbits bunnies. Rabbit is the name of the animal. A long time ago, people used to call their sweethearts "bunny," and that pet name somehow got transferred to pet rabbits as well.
What is a colony of rabbits?
a colony of rabbits is call a warren
What are cool sliding phones for kids?
you can call people and text people
Are rabbits fat?
I would not call rabbits fat i would call them plump.... But rabbits can get fat if u dont play with them enough and if u feed them to much...
What you call rabbits walking?
rabbits don't usually walk they hop
How do you buy baby rabbits as pets?
You can't buy baby rabbits because they won't live; but rabbitry's sell rabbits for pets and shows. Our family does a rabbitry and lots of people buy rabbits for their 4-H kids.
When female rabbits give birth tho their babies the breeders technically call them?
Breeders call baby rabbits "kits"
Do rabbits learn there name?
actually,,, other rabbits know there names... others are not..... but when you call them with a name and you call it everyday,, the can know it...
