Lower keys marsh rabbit (Sylvilagus palustris hefneri)
The Lower Keys rabbit (commonly known as the Lower Keys marsh rabbit) is endemic to the Lower Florida Keys. The narrow geographic range of this species causes it to be more susceptible to extinction. Habitat destruction and fragmentation associated with residential and commercial construction activities over the past 20 years are responsible for the Lower Keys marsh rabbit's endangered status. Current threats include habitat loss and fragmentation, predation by cats, and road mortalities caused by automobiles.
This youngster was enjoying breakfast in the National Key Deer Refuge on Big Pine Key, Florida.
Lower keys marsh rabbit (Sylvilagus palustris hefneri)
The Lower Keys rabbit (commonly known as the Lower Keys marsh rabbit) is endemic to the Lower Florida Keys. The narrow geographic range of this species causes it to be more susceptible to extinction. Habitat destruction and fragmentation associated with residential and commercial construction activities over the past 20 years are responsible for the Lower Keys marsh rabbit's endangered status. Current threats include habitat loss and fragmentation, predation by cats, and road mortalities caused by automobiles.
This youngster was enjoying breakfast in the National Key Deer Refuge on Big Pine Key, Florida.