Alaskan Hare

Lepus othus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Lagomorpha · Leporidae

About

The Alaskan hare, also known as the tundra hare, is a species of mammal in the family Leporidae. They do not dig burrows and are found in the open tundra of western Alaska and the Alaska Peninsula in the United States. They are solitary for most of the year except during mating season, when they produce a single litter of up to eight young. Predators include birds of prey, lynx, mustelids and wolves, among other animals, as well as humans.

Fun Fact

Both male and female adult Alaskan hares normally measure between 50–70 centimetres (20–28 in) in length, with the tail measuring up to an additional 8 centimetres (3.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Tundra and alpine meadows

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

3-5 years

Threats

Climate Change
Mining Operations

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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