Appalachian Cottontail

Sylvilagus obscurus

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Mammalia · Lagomorpha · Leporidae

About

The Appalachian cottontail is a species of cottontail rabbit in the family Leporidae. It is a rare species found in the upland areas of the eastern United States.

Fun Fact

An adult female can breed up to 3-4 times per season and have roughly 3-4 offspring per litter.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabiting mostly mountainous regions in the eastern U.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Hunting and Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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