Hare

Hare is a type of wild animal that belongs to the Leporidae family. They are similar to rabbits but are generally larger and have longer legs. Hares are known for their fast running speed, which they use to escape from predators.

Characteristics

Hares have a slender body with long, powerful hind legs and short front legs. They have large eyes that are adapted for their nocturnal lifestyle, and long ears that can rotate to detect sounds from all directions. Their fur color varies from brown to grey, and they have a white underbelly.

Behavior

Unlike rabbits, hares do not dig burrows but make a small nest, called a 'form', in long grass. They are primarily nocturnal and solitary animals, although they can be seen in groups during the mating season. Hares are herbivores, feeding on grasses, herbs, and shrubs.

Reproduction

The mating season for hares is in the spring. Females, known as does, can have three to four litters a year, with one to four young, known as leverets, in each litter. Leverets are born fully furred and with their eyes open, and they can hop around shortly after birth.

Species

There are about 32 species of hare worldwide. Some of the well-known species include the European hare (Lepus europaeus), the snowshoe hare (Lepus americanus), and the jackrabbit (Lepus californicus).

Conservation

Some species of hare are threatened due to habitat loss, hunting, and disease. Conservation efforts are in place to protect these species and their habitats.

See also

• Rabbit
• Leporidae
• Wildlife conservation

Hare Resources
Latest articles Most recent articles Ongoing trials	Wikipedia