ThatQuiz Test Library Take this test now
How to Identify and Classify Rabbits
Contributed by: Andrews
  • 1. What is a key characteristic that distinguishes rabbits from hares?
A) Hares have shorter ears.
B) Rabbits have black-tipped ears.
C) Rabbits are born blind and without fur.
D) Hares live in underground burrows.
  • 2. Which feature is NOT helpful in identifying a specific rabbit breed?
A) Coat color
B) Body weight
C) Ear length
D) Diet
  • 3. What is the typical habitat of the European Rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus)?
A) Dense forests
B) Open grasslands with scattered trees
C) Mountainous regions
D) Underground burrows called warrens
  • 4. The Cottontail rabbit is primarily found in which continent?
A) North America
B) Africa
C) Europe
D) Asia
  • 5. Which of the following is a key feature of the Belgian Hare breed?
A) Arched back and long legs
B) Short, dense fur
C) Floppy ears
D) Dwarf size
  • 6. What type of fur is commonly found in Rex rabbits?
A) Dense, plush fur
B) Long, flowing fur
C) Wire-like fur
D) Sparse fur
  • 7. Which rabbit breed is known for its distinctive butterfly marking on its nose?
A) New Zealand White
B) Flemish Giant
C) English Spot
D) Dutch
  • 8. What is the average gestation period for rabbits?
A) 31 days
B) 90 days
C) 60 days
D) 120 days
  • 9. What is the term for a baby rabbit?
A) Chick
B) Calf
C) Pup
D) Kit
  • 10. Which behavior is a sign that a rabbit is feeling threatened or stressed?
A) Purring
B) Thumping its hind leg
C) Grooming
D) Binkying
  • 11. What is the scientific family to which rabbits belong?
A) Canidae
B) Leporidae
C) Ursidae
D) Felidae
  • 12. What is the primary function of a rabbit's long ears?
A) Camouflage
B) Digging
C) Thermoregulation and hearing
D) Balance
  • 13. What is 'cecotrophy' in rabbits?
A) Regurgitating food
B) Hibernation during winter
C) Eating of nutrient-rich soft fecal pellets
D) Drinking excessive amounts of water
  • 14. Which rabbit breed is known for its rollback fur type?
A) Lionhead
B) Satin
C) Angora
D) Chinchilla
  • 15. What is the term for a group of wild rabbits living together?
A) Herd
B) Warren
C) Flock
D) Pack
  • 16. Which of the following is NOT a common color variation in rabbits?
A) Broken
B) Iridescent
C) Self
D) Agouti
  • 17. What is the purpose of a rabbit's strong hind legs?
A) Grasping
B) Leaping and running
C) Swimming
D) Digging
  • 18. What is the general classification of a Flemish Giant rabbit?
A) Dwarf Breed
B) Medium Breed
C) Small Breed
D) Giant Breed
  • 19. Which rabbit breed typically has wooly fur?
A) Rex
B) Dutch
C) Silver Fox
D) Angora
  • 20. What is a common dietary requirement for rabbits to maintain healthy teeth?
A) High-fiber hay
B) Sugary treats
C) Meat-based protein
D) Pellets only
  • 21. What is 'binkying'?
A) A jump and twist in the air indicating happiness
B) A territorial display
C) A mating ritual
D) A sign of aggression
  • 22. Which of these is NOT a characteristic used to classify rabbit breeds?
A) Ear Carriage
B) Body Size
C) Fur Type
D) Lifespan
  • 23. Where are the scent glands of a rabbit located?
A) On the ears
B) On the paws
C) On the tail
D) Under the chin and near the anus
  • 24. What is the purpose of a dewlap in female rabbits?
A) To attract males
B) To store food
C) To provide fur for nesting
D) To regulate body temperature
  • 25. Which rabbit breed is known for its upright ears and arched body?
A) Britannia Petite
B) Mini Lop
C) Netherland Dwarf
D) Californian
  • 26. What is a common health problem associated with rabbits due to improper diet?
A) Kidney failure
B) Dental issues
C) Respiratory infections
D) Heart disease
  • 27. Which of the following is a characteristic of hares compared to rabbits?
A) Shorter ears and legs
B) Live in burrows
C) Longer ears and legs
D) Born altricial
  • 28. Which of the following is NOT a rabbit breed?
A) Silver Marten
B) Harlequin
C) Patagonian Cavy
D) Satin Angora
  • 29. Which type of rabbit has the largest adult weight?
A) Lionhead
B) Dutch
C) Mini Rex
D) Flemish Giant
  • 30. What is the term for the process of rabbits shedding their fur?
A) Metamorphosis
B) Molting
C) Estivation
D) Hibernation
Created with That Quiz — the math test generation site with resources for other subject areas.