Forest Friend Spotlight: The Eastern Cottontail Rabbit (Sylvilagus sp.) is one of 16 species of rabbits/hares in the Americas. Some fun facts about our lagomorph friends; they have up to 17,000 taste buds (humans only have upwards of 10,000). They do not hibernate...they take on the cold weather head on! AND they are just cute!! | Niabi Zoo

Eastern Cottontail rabbits reproduce throughout the spring and summer, typically starting in mid-March and nesting through mid-September. This means we are now more likely to encounter them in our yards or out and about. This video will help you know what to do if you come across a cottontail nest or a cottontail that may be in need of help! For more information, you can check out our website at https://wildlifecenter.org/help-advice/healthy-young-wildlife/if-you-find-baby-rabbit | Wildlife Cent