Domestic Rabbits

Natural Habitat

Domesticated. Wild ancestors (European Rabbits) live in meadows, woods, and dunes with burrowable soil.

Where I'm Found

Domesticated pet found worldwide. All domestic breeds are descendants of the European Rabbit, which is native to the Iberian Peninsula (Spain and Portugal) and parts of northwest Africa.

What I Eat

Fibrous herbivores requiring constant grazing.

Wild: Grasses, clover, bark, and weeds.
Zoo: Timothy hay (unlimited), pellets, and leafy greens.

How Long I Live

Wild: 1 – 2 years
Captivity: 8 – 12 years

Fun Facts

Cecotropes: They produce special night droppings rich in nutrients which they re-ingest to maximize digestion.
Teeth: Their teeth never stop growing and are worn down by chewing fibrous hay.
Vision: They have nearly 360-degree vision, with only a small blind spot directly in front of their nose.

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