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cape hare

Lepus capensis

Least Concern

About

The Cape Hare (Lepus capensis) is a species in the genus Lepus. It is currently classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Australia, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, and Italy.

🇦🇺 Australia 🇧🇴 Bolivia 🇨🇱 Chile 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇮🇹 Italy

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Lagomorpha (Rabbits & Hares)

Family

Leporidae (Rabbits & Hares)

Genus

Lepus

Species

Lepus capensis (cape hare)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Liebre Del Cabo

French Lievre Du Cap

German Kaphase

Arabic Arneb

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of cape hare?

The scientific name of cape hare is Lepus capensis. It belongs to the genus Lepus.

What is the conservation status of cape hare?

cape hare (Lepus capensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does cape hare live?

cape hare is found in Distributed across Australia, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, and Italy.. Countries include Australia, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Italy.

What family does cape hare belong to?

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

Is cape hare endangered?

No, cape hare (Lepus capensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does cape hare belong to?

cape hare (Lepus capensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of cape hare?

The closest relatives of cape hare in the genus Lepus include Abyssinian Hare, African Savanna Hare, antelope jackrabbit, Arctic Hare, Black Jackrabbit.