Scrub hare
A species of Hares and jackrabbits, Also known as Savanna hare Scientific name : Lepus saxatilis Genus : Hares and jackrabbits
Scrub hare, A species of Hares and jackrabbits
Also known as:
Savanna hare
Scientific name: Lepus saxatilis
Genus: Hares and jackrabbits
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Description
The scrub hare has a very distinct coloration. On the dorsal side of the hare, the fur is grizzled-gray with small black spots. The ventral side of the fur is all white. Scrub hares have a small, stubby tail with the topside being black and the underside being white. What makes "Lepus saxatilis" different from the other subspecies is the patch of red-brown fur it has behind its ears. They have long ears that are normally perched up that are gray, and together with its tail make it most visible when it is running from predators. The scrub hare has a very large range in its body size and body mass compared to most animals. Its length ranges from about 17 in. to 26 in. (45–65 cm), and its mass ranges from about 3.3 lb to 10 lb (1.5-4.5 kg). This large range is specific to the scrub hare because of its different geographical ranges. Hares that live in more southern latitudes decrease in body size and those that live in more northern latitudes have larger body sizes. Females are typically larger than males. 
General Info
Lifespan
5-7 years
Diet
Scrub hare chiefly sustains itself on grass, herbs, and vegetation. It grazes during periods of low light, utilizing a high-fiber diet to maintain its health. Bark, twigs, and mosses also supplement this creature's primary consumption of green food.
Appearance
Scrub hare is a medium-sized hare with a slender body and long legs. It sports a dense fur coat, predominantly grey-brown in color, with black-tipped ears. A distinctive white underbelly and tail further emphasize their coloration. Notably, the hare's large, powerful hind legs enable swift locomotion. There's no significant difference in appearance due to age or gender.
Behavior
Scrub hare displays mainly nocturnal behavioral patterns, foraging for food principally at night. This species is characterized by its solitary nature, avoiding group dynamics unless it’s mating season. Uniquely, during the day scrub hare conceals itself in existing burrows or in vegetation, blending into the surroundings for protection.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Pikas Family
Rabbits and hares Genus
Hares and jackrabbits Species
Scrub hare 
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