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Hare or Rabbit - What’s the Difference?

1. Appearance

• Ears and Feet

Look at the ears and feet: Are they big or small? Hares have much bigger ears and feet than rabbits. Their back legs are also very long and strong compared to rabbits’ legs.

• Body Size

Look at the body: Is it big or small? Hares have much bigger bodies than rabbits.

European Hare

European Hare - Photo: Richard Guijt Photography/Shutterstock


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European Rabbit

European Rabbit European Rabbit - Photo: Leena Robinson/Shutterstock


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