RABBIT. Check clues below for confirmation:
| Where Found | A baby bunny is likely to be found in a shallow nest on the ground, lined with fur and covered with grass and leaves. |
| Time of Year | Rabbits usually bear their young from February through September. |
| Distinguishing Features | Animal is dark grey-black, with velvety fur and a light pink or white translucent underside; note large ears, flat against the body. |
Is the animal hurt or sick (bleeding, shivering, vomiting, or has been attacked by a cat or dog)?
GOT A MATCH? Answer the question above. NOT SURE? Return to baby animal photos.
NOTE: See also our Cottontail Page.
From Healers of the Wild: People Who Care
For Injured and Orphaned Wildlife
by Shannon K. Jacobs