Points

60

per confirmed sighting

Critically EndangeredLegendary
mammalsLeporidae

Riverine Rabbit.

R

Bunolagus monticularis

Category

mammals

Family

Leporidae

Size

Body mass: approximately 1.75 kg (EltonTraits).

Points

60 pts

Location sensitive. Exact coordinates for this species are never shown publicly. Sightings are masked to a wide region to protect it from poaching.

A closer look

Field notes for spotting, identifying and understanding riverine rabbit in its natural range.

Overview

How to identify it

Habitat

EltonTraits foraging-stratum classification: ground-dwelling/terrestrial (including aquatic ground-associated coding).

Diet

EltonTraits diet profile: other plant material 100%.

Behaviour

When to look

EltonTraits activity classification: nocturnal.

Where to see it

South Africa flagSouth Africa

Safety and etiquette

Observe from a safe distance and never handle or feed wildlife.

Verification and sources

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