Unlike other cottontail rabbits, the swamp rabbit is territorial and maintains a social order between higher- and lower-ranking males and females via displays of dominance, vocalizations, and …

The two species of rabbits in Oklahoma that this publication discusses are the eastern cottontail (Sylvilagus floridanus) and the swamp rabbit (Sylvilagus aquaticus).

Have you ever noticed the differences between swamp rabbits and cottontails? In this informative video, we will discuss the unique characteristics that set these two rabbit species apart.

The swamp rabbit is the largest member of the cottontail genus. Although it is larger in overall size than other cottontails, it has smaller and rounder ears and coarser fur with a more yellow cast.

Newborn swamp rabbits have characteristics of both rabbits and hares. They are fully furred like the jackrabbit, but their eyes are closed like those of the eastern cottontail.

The swamp rabbit is similar to the eastern cottontail but has a generally larger size, proportionately shorter and rounder ears, coarser body fur with a yellowish cast (particularly to …

What are the unique characteristics of swamp rabbits? Swamp rabbits (Sylvilagus aquaticus) and the more familiar eastern cottontail (Sylvilagus floridanus) are both “cottontail” rabbits that …

Feb 24, 2025 · What is the difference between a swamp rabbit and a cottontail rabbit? Swamp rabbits are significantly larger and have different habitat preferences than cottontail rabbits.

Swamp rabbits have shorter and less pointy ears than other cottontails, like Appalachian and eastern cottontails, and have more black mottling on their backs. While somewhat similar in …

Jul 13, 2017 · While the eastern cottontail and the swamp rabbit share the same general community, the latter is less inclined to leave wet areas and move to dry hillsides. As is true …