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Coelho

Oryctolagus cuniculus

Near Threatened ↓

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

9 years

Length

40 cm

Weight

2.0 kg

Trend

↓ Decreasing

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Um dos lagomorfos mais prolíficos e amplamente distribuídos do mundo, o coelho-europeu (Oryctolagus cuniculus) habita pradarias, prados e matagais desde a Península Ibérica — sua área de distribuição nativa — até todos os continentes, exceto a Antártida, como espécie introduzida globalmente. Vivendo em complexas tocas subterrâneas em grupos sociais, os coelhos são uma espécie presa fundamental, sustentando águias, raposas, linces e doninhas onde quer que ocorram. Sua rápida taxa de reprodução os torna tanto ecologicamente vitais quanto um desafio como espécie invasora.

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.

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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

Coelho is classified as herbivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🌿 Herbivore

Plant matter 100%

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Population Trend

↓ Decreasing

Full Taxonomy

Lagomorpha (Lagomorfos)

Family

Leporidae (Rabbits & Hares)

Genus

Oryctolagus (European Rabbits)

Species

Oryctolagus cuniculus (Coelho)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Conejo

French lapin, lapin de garenne

German Wildkaninchen

Portuguese Coelho

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Coelho?

The scientific name of Coelho is Oryctolagus cuniculus. It belongs to the genus Oryctolagus.

What is the conservation status of Coelho?

Coelho (Oryctolagus cuniculus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is decreasing.

Where does Coelho live?

Coelho 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 Coelho belong to?

Coelho (Oryctolagus cuniculus) belongs to the genus Oryctolagus, which is part of the taxonomic family Leporidae.

What does Coelho eat?

Coelho is herbivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does Coelho live?

Coelho has an average lifespan of approximately 9 years in the wild.

What kingdom does Coelho belong to?

Coelho (Oryctolagus cuniculus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).