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The European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) is a mammal of the family Leporidae, the sole representative of its genus and considered the ancestor of all domestic rabbit breeds. Also known as the Old World rabbit or domestic rabbit, this species is an ecologically important herbivore and is considered both an agricultural pest and a keystone species in many ecosystems. Morphological Features Wild forms of the European rabbit average 1.5 to 2.5 kg in weight and a body length ranging from 38 to 50