(Oryctolagus cuniculus dom) Domestic rabbits are popular pets and come in a large variety of different breeds. They are domesticated forms of the European wild rabbit. They become sexually mature at 3-4 months of age and have a nursing period of about 6 weeks.
| Belongs to: |
Hares and rabbits (Lagomorpha) |
| Family: |
Rabbits (Leporidae) |
| Weight: |
1-10 kg depending on the breed. |
| Lifespan: |
Usually 6-8 years. |
| Gestation period: |
30-33 days. |
| Offspring: |
The young are born naked and blind, with a birth weight of 30-80 grams. Dwarf breeds rarely have more than 5 offspring, while larger breeds can have over 10 young. |
