Marsh Rabbit

Sylvilagus palustris

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Lagomorpha · Leporidae

About

The marsh rabbit is a small cottontail rabbit found in marshes and swamps of coastal regions of the Eastern and Southern United States, from Virginia to the lower Florida Keys. Being a small brown rabbit, it is similar in appearance to the widespread eastern cottontail, but is characterized by its smaller ears, legs, and tail, as well as its grayish-brown underparts.

Fun Fact

They are strictly limited to regions with ready access to water, unlike most rabbits.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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