Domesticated rabbits are part of the Lagomorpha order. (They’re not rodents, but they do share similarities.) Lagomorphs consist of both rabbits and hares (the family Leporidae) and pikas (the family Ochotonidae). Wild rabbits are born with no fur and their eyes closed. Hares are born fully furred with their eyes open. Unlike adult rabbits and hares, pikas have small ears and frequently emit sounds like squeaks or high-pitched barks.All domesticated rabbits originate from the wild European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus). Currently, there are some 80 living species of lagomorphs, some of which are at varying risks of sustained survival. Here is a list of the different wild rabbits, hares, and pikas, thanks to Wikipedia. Each variety can be Googled to see what they look like and to learn more about them.

Genus Sylvilagus

Genus Lepus

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