Kingdom Animalia Order Lagomorpha Genus Pronolagus Higher classification Red rock hare | Phylum Chordata Family Leporidae Scientific name Pronolagus rupestris Rank Species | |
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Similar Red rock hare, Natal red rock hare, Jameson's red rock hare, Ethiopian hare, Dice's cottontail | ||
Smith s red rock hare pronolagus rupestris
Smith's red rock hare (Pronolagus rupestris) is a species of mammal in the family Leporidae. It is found in Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, and Zambia.
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Description
Smith's red rock hare has a warm brown back, grey ears and dark brown tail. The under fur is soft and white. The claws and digits are short. The head and body together measure 350mm-495mm.
Diet and habitat
This species' diet usually comprises grasses (such a sprouting grass), and herbs. They live on rocky slopes and tops of rocky outcrops.
References
Smith's red rock hare Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA