European Rabbit
The European Rabbit is a small, social mammal native to the Iberian Peninsula. It has been introduced to many other parts of the world, where it is a popular pet and a common sight in the wild.
The European Rabbit is a master of excavation, capable of digging extensive burrow systems called "warrens." It is a herbivore that feeds on a variety of grasses and plants.
European Rabbit
Classification
Mammalia > Lagomorpha > Leporidae > Oryctolagus > O. cuniculus
Native To
Conservation Status
Average Height
1 - 1.5 feet
(0.3 - 0.5 m)
Average Weight
2 - 5 lbs
(0.9 - 2.3 kg)
Average Life Span
9 years
Gestation Period
28 - 30 days
Did You Know?
The European Rabbit is native to southwestern Europe and northwest Africa, but has been introduced to many other parts of the world.
They are highly social animals and live in large underground burrow systems called warrens.
European Rabbits are known for their rapid breeding rate; a single female can produce multiple litters in a year.
Their diet consists mainly of grasses, herbs, and other vegetation.
European Rabbits communicate through a variety of scent markings, thumping their hind legs, and various vocalizations.
They have excellent hearing and can rotate their ears almost 180 degrees to detect predators.
Despite their commonality, European Rabbits play a crucial role in many ecosystems as both prey and grazers.
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