New England cottontail
The New England cottontail (Sylvilagus transitionalis) is a herbivorous mammal native to North America.
The New England cottontail, also known as the gray rabbit, brush rabbit, wood hare, wood rabbit, or cooney, is a species of cottontail rabbit that appears in fragmented populations across New England and the state of New York, specifically from southern Maine to southern New York. This species bears — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Sylvilagus transitionalis
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Leporidae
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- North America
- Weight
- 814 g
- Length
- 36 cm
- Lifespan
- 9.3 years
- Activity
- Diurnal
- Conservation status
- Vulnerable
What does a New England cottontail eat?
The new england cottontail is a herbivore, feeding on plants.
How big is a New England cottontail?
The new england cottontail weighs around 814 g and measures about 36 cm.
How long do New England cottontails live?
In the wild, the new england cottontail can live up to about 9.3 years.
Where do New England cottontails live?
New England cottontails are found in North America, in terrestrial habitats.
Is the new england cottontail endangered?
The new england cottontail is currently listed as “Vulnerable” on the IUCN Red List.