Mexican Cottontail

Sylvilagus cunicularius

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Lagomorpha · Leporidae

About

The Mexican cottontail is a species of cottontail rabbit that is endemic to southern Mexico. Its natural habitats are temperate forests, subtropical or tropical dry forests and pastureland.

Fun Fact

The Mexican cottontail is one of the largest members of the genus Sylvilagus, weighing from 1,800 to 2,300 grams (63 to 81 oz) on average, and is the largest Mexican rabbit.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found only in Mexico, where its range extends from the state of Sinaloa to the states of Oaxaca and Veracruz, including the mountainous regions of the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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