Eastern Cottontail

Gray-brown bunny with a white, cottony tail. Nape of neck is rust-colored.

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Common Name

Eastern Cottontail

Comments

Feeds primarily on grass. Most active at dawn and dusk, it rests in thickets during the day. Females have up to 7 litters a year of 1-9 young.

Scientific Name

Sylvilagus floridanus

Habitat

Thick brushy areas, fields.

Size

To 18 in. (45 cm)