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European Rabbit

Oryctolagus cuniculus

The European Rabbit is a friendly little animal known for its long ears and fluffy tail. They love to hop around in grassy fields and are often seen in groups called colonies.

Habitat: Grasslands and forests

Appearance

The European Rabbit has soft, dense fur, typically grey-brown with a lighter belly and a short, fluffy white tail that has a dark top. Its long ears often have dark tips, helping to distinguish it from a hare.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderLagomorphaFamilyLeporidaeGenusOryctolagus
European Rabbit
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European Rabbit

Category

Mammals

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Snaps

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Interesting facts

A rabbit's teeth never stop growing, so they must constantly chew!

Their ears can rotate 270 degrees independently to pinpoint sounds!

They sleep with their eyes partly open, always alert for predators!

When alarmed, rabbits thump their powerful hind legs to warn others!

Special abilities

Ability

Tunnel Master

European Rabbits can dig extensive burrows called warrens that provide safe homes and escape routes from danger.

Ability

Super Sprint

European Rabbits can run in quick, zig-zag patterns, which helps them confuse and escape from chasing predators.

Ability

Acute Hearing

European Rabbits have long ears that rotate independently to pinpoint predator sounds from all directions.

Ability

Nutrient Recycler

European Rabbits digest their food twice by eating special droppings, gaining extra nutrients to stay healthy.

Measurements & details

Length
34-50 cm
Weight
1.3-2.5 kg
Lifespan
1-9 years
Top Speed
55 km/h
Litter Size
4-12
Gestation
29-35 days

Diet & Feeding

These fluffy foragers munch on grasses, herbs, and clover to stay healthy and strong!

Primary Foods

  • Grasses
  • Clover
  • Dandelions
  • Leafy Weeds
  • Tree Bark

Foraging Method

  • Grazing

Ecological connections

eaten by

Red Fox

Vulpes vulpes

Red foxes are common predators of rabbits.

eaten by

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

Golden eagles hunt rabbits from the sky.

eaten by

Least Weasel

Mustela nivalis

Weasels can fit into burrows to hunt them.

eats

Annual Bluegrass

Poa annua

Rabbits often graze on this common grass.

Traits

Also known as

Common RabbitWild Rabbit

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

European Rabbits are usually gentle, but it's best to watch them from a distance to keep them safe.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify European Rabbit?

The easiest way to identify European Rabbit is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.

How long is European Rabbit?

34-50 cm

How much does European Rabbit weigh?

1.3-2.5 kg

How long does European Rabbit live?

1-9 years

How fast can European Rabbit move?

55 km/h

What does European Rabbit eat?

These fluffy foragers munch on grasses, herbs, and clover to stay healthy and strong!

Where is European Rabbit usually found?

Grasslands and forests

How does European Rabbit hunt?

Grazing

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