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mountain hare

Lepus timidus

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Norway, Russia, Sweden, and Ukraine. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Leporidae (Rabbits & Hares)

Genus

Lepus

Species

Lepus timidus (mountain hare)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese Xue Tu

Spanish Liebre Variable

French Lièvre Variable

German Schneehase

Similar Species in Lepus

black-tailed jackrabbit

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of mountain hare?

The scientific name of mountain hare is Lepus timidus. It belongs to the genus Lepus.

What is the conservation status of mountain hare?

mountain hare (Lepus timidus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does mountain hare live?

mountain hare is found in Distributed across Norway, Russia, Sweden, and Ukraine. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway, Russia, Sweden, Ukraine.

What family does mountain hare belong to?

mountain hare (Lepus timidus) belongs to the genus Lepus, which is part of the taxonomic family Leporidae.

What kingdom does mountain hare belong to?

mountain hare (Lepus timidus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).

What are the closest relatives of mountain hare?

The closest relatives of mountain hare in the genus Lepus include Manjutokki, Mettokki, antelope jackrabbit, black-tailed jackrabbit, Broom Hare.