Hare vs Rabbit: What's The Difference
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Rabbits and hares belong to the same family, Leporidae, but they are different. Most obvious difference between them is their size.
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Hares are generally larger with longer legs and ears, built for speed; rabbits are smaller with shorter legs.
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Hares are born fully furred, eyes open, and can move quickly, while rabbits are born blind, hairless, and helpless.
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Hares live above ground in simple nests, while rabbits live in complex underground burrow systems.
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Hares are solitary or live in pairs, while rabbits are social and live in groups.
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Hare fur can change seasonally (e.g., to white in winter) for camouflage; rabbit fur stays mostly the same colour.
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Hares eat tougher vegetation like bark; rabbits prefer softer grasses and leaves.
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Rabbits are domesticated, while hares are wild and not easily tamed.
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