Life-Cycle
When a rabbit is born, what does he look like?
How old is a rabbit before it can use its eyes for the first time?
A rabbit can open its eyes within the first 2 weeks of life, or about 10 days.
How old does the average rabbit become?
The average rabbit lives to be 10 years old.
What is a predator?
An animal that hunts and feeds on other animals.
How long before a rabbit can survive on their own?
Rabbits can survive without their mothers after about 6-8 weeks.
Why is smell so important to rabbits?
Rabbits use their smell to be able to sense predators nearby.
How old did the oldest know rabbit live to?
18 years old
When rabbits feel threatened by a predator, what do they do with their feet?
Rabbits thump their back legs to warn other rabbits that a predator is nearby.
Is a rabbit a mammal or reptile?
Mammal
How do having long ears help a rabbit?
It allows rabbit to have really good hearing.
Where do wild rabbits live outside? Holes in the ground or up in trees?
Rabbits in the wild live in holes in the ground called burrows.
What are some predators of rabbits?
Cats, dogs, coyotes, wolves, hanks and even racoons are some of the predators of rabbits.
What are baby rabbits called? Kittens or puppies
Baby rabbits are called kittens
Why is it helpful for a rabbit to have its ears on the side of its head?
Having ears on the side of its head allows the rabbit to see nearly 360 degrees around them.
How does a rabbit recognize another rabbit?
A rabbit recognizes another rabbit by smelling it.
Can rabbits move fast or slow when escaping from a predator?
Rabbits are very fast, which helps them hide and escape from predators.
What do new born kittens drink for the first 3-5 weeks?
Milk from their mother. After 3-5 weeks, the eat solid food.
What does a rabbit use to help find its way around, especially in the dark?
The rabbit uses its whiskers, which are located on its mouth, nose, cheeks and above its eyes, to navigate their surroundings, especially in the dark.
Can a pet rabbit be trained to use a litter box in the home?
Yes, domesticated rabbits can be trained to use a litter box.
Think about what a predator is. Do you think a rabbit can be a predator?
No. A predator hunts and eats other animals. Rabbits are herbivores, which means they only eat plants.