Rabbits and Hares
Order: Lagomorpha Family: Leporidae
3 species of rabbits and hares occur in Pennsylvania.
| Common Name | Species Name | Status | Notes | Distribution | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern cottonhead
|
Sylvilagus floridanus | Common | State-wide | ||
| Appalachian cottontail | Sylvilagus obscurus | Uncommon | Eastern mountains | ||
| Snowshoe Hare | Lepus americanus | Rare | Appalachian Uplands |
Read more about this topic: List Of Mammals Of Pennsylvania
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