Hainan Hare

Lepus hainanus

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Lagomorpha · Leporidae

About

The Hainan hare is a hare endemic to Hainan Island, China. The species was first described by Robert Swinhoe in 1870.

Fun Fact

Most of the habitat and animals on Hainan are threatened by similar factors, like the Hainan black crested gibbon, one of the world's rarest primates.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the dry grassland of western Hainan Island.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Loss
Poaching and Hunting
Human-Wildlife Conflict
Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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