Marsh Rabbit

Darker than the cottontail, it has short ears, small, reddish feet and an inconspicuous, dark tail.

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Common Name

Marsh Rabbit

Comments

May take to water when panicked and swim with only its nose and eyes exposed. Has the unusual habit of occasionally walking on two legs.

Scientific Name

Sylvilagus palustris

Habitat

Swamps, borders of lakes and waterways.

Size

To 18 in. (45 cm)