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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

유럽토끼(Oryctolagus cuniculus)는 세계에서 가장 번식력이 강하고 널리 분포하는 토끼목 동물 중 하나로, 남극을 제외한 모든 대륙에 도입된 전 세계적 외래종입니다. 이베리아 반도가 원산지이며 초원, 목초지, 관목지에서 복잡한 지하 굴 속 사회 집단을 이루어 생활합니다. 토끼는 독수리, 여우, 스라소니, 담비를 부양하는 핵심 먹잇감 종으로, 빠른 번식률로 인해 생태학적으로 중요한 동시에 침입 외래종 문제를 일으키기도 합니다.

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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동물
Kingdom
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척삭동물
Phylum
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포유류
Class
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토끼목
Order
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Rabbits & Hares
Family
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European Rabbits
Genus
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Artificial - Terrestrial
Habitat
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Shrubland
Habitat
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Grassland
Habitat

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 (동물).

Native Range — 67 Countries

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Genus Oryctolagus — 1 Species

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European rabbit
Oryctolagus cuniculus
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