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The Cape scrub hare (Lepus saxatilis) (Afrikaans: ribbokhaas) is a species of hare found in South Africa and Namibia. It is a medium to large-sized hare with coarse grizzled-gray fur along most of its body, white undersides, a black and white tail, and black-tipped ears. The hare's eyes are ringed with white. It is similar in appearance to the smaller African savanna hare, a species found in a broader range across Africa. The Cape scrub hare is largely restricted to savanna, woodland, and scrubland habitats, though it is found at the borders or ecotones of some forest and mountain habitats. It is fairly adaptable, able to inhabit regions where agriculture has modified the land.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Scrub Hare being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Mammalia
- Order
- Lagomorpha
- Family
- Leporidae
- Genus
- Lepus
- Species
- Lepus saxatilis
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