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Cottontail Rabbit
(Sylvilagus floridanus)

Size:

  • 14 to 17 in. (35 to 43 cm).
  • Weighs about 2 to 4 lb. (0.9 to 1.8 kg).

Distribution in North America:

range map
cottontail tracksTracks
front: 1" x 1"    
hind: 1 1/2" x 3 1/2"

Habitat:

  • Forests, brush, near swamps, open wooded areas.

Notes:

  • Most active from evening to late morning.
  • There are several species of cottontail rabbits that are very similar. Consult your local hunting regulations to see which (if any) you can hunt in your area. Consult a field guide to mammals for specific differences among the species.

Be sure to check local regulations for hunting or trapping information on this species.

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