This rabbit has a distinctive cottontail and a brownish-grey coat. A memorable feature is its long ears, which help with temperature regulation.
Habitat
Prefers scrublands and open forests in the Yucatan Peninsula.
Diet
Herbivorous, feeding on grasses, leaves, and herbs.
How common
Common
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