Domestic rabbit

:This article concerns domesticated European rabbits. For information on the wild variety, see European Rabbit. For general information on all rabbit species, see Rabbit.

Related Topics:
European Rabbit - Rabbit

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A domestic rabbit is one of several varieties of European rabbit that has been domesticated by humans. They are commonly raised for their meat, fur, or appeal as pets. Rabbits are available in a wide variety of colors and sizes; hundreds of different breeds have been produced through selective breeding.

Related Topics:
European rabbit - Domesticated - Meat - Fur - Pet - Breed - Selective breeding

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Male rabbits are known as bucks and the females are called does. Though many people use the terms "rabbit" and "bunny" interchangeably, bunny technically refers to the rabbit's young. Young rabbits may also be called kits or kittens.

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