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Appalachian cottontail

Appalachian cottontail
Photo: Carly & Art from Washington, DC · CC BY-SA 2.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)

The Appalachian cottontail (Sylvilagus obscurus) is a herbivorous mammal.

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. — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Sylvilagus obscurus
Class
Mammal
Family / order
Leporidae
Diet
Herbivore
Habitat
Terrestrial
Conservation status
Near Threatened

What does an Appalachian cottontail eat?

The appalachian cottontail is a herbivore, feeding on plants.

Is the appalachian cottontail endangered?

The appalachian cottontail is currently listed as “Near Threatened” on the IUCN Red List.

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