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European rabbit

Oryctolagus cuniculus

Near Threatened ↓
Diet
Herbivore
Lifespan
9 years
Length
40 cm
Weight
2.0 kg
Trend
↓ Decreasing
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About

アナウサギ（Oryctolagus cuniculus）は世界で最も繁殖力が強く広く分布するウサギ目動物の一つで、南極を除くすべての大陸に導入された世界的な外来種です。原産地はイベリア半島で、草地、牧草地、低木地に複雑な地下の巣穴の中で社会集団を作って生活します。ウサギはワシ、キツネ、オオヤマネコ、フェレットを支える重要な被食種であり、その高い繁殖率によって生態学的に重要であると同時に侵入外来種としての課題も引き起こしています。

Fun Facts

  • ✨ Rabbits can see almost 360 degrees.
  • ✨ Their teeth never stop growing.
  • ✨ They eat their own droppings for extra nutrition.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, and tundra, among 13 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

🏗️ Artificial - Terrestrial 🪴 Shrubland 🌿 Grassland

Widely distributed across Africa (5 countries), Asia (8 countries), Europe (38 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (7 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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Diet & Behavior

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Herbivore
European rabbit is classified as herbivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🌿 Herbivore
Plant matter 100%

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened
Population Trend
↓ Decreasing

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Conejo
French lapin, lapin de garenne
German Wildkaninchen
Portuguese Coelho

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European Rabbits
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Habitat
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European rabbit?
The scientific name of European rabbit is Oryctolagus cuniculus. It belongs to the genus Oryctolagus.
What is the conservation status of European rabbit?
European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is decreasing.
Where does European rabbit live?
European rabbit is found in Widely distributed across Africa (5 countries), Asia (8 countries), Europe (38 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (7 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Albania, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cabo Verde.
What family does European rabbit belong to?
European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) belongs to the genus Oryctolagus, which is part of the taxonomic family Leporidae.
What does European rabbit eat?
European rabbit is herbivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.
How long does European rabbit live?
European rabbit has an average lifespan of approximately 9 years in the wild.
What kingdom does European rabbit belong to?
European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

Native Range — 67 Countries

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Genus Oryctolagus — 1 Species

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European rabbit
Oryctolagus cuniculus
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