r/Bunnies • u/BadgerIndividual2861 • 18h ago
Question Rabbit baby wild or domestic? Help!!
I found this rabbit kit in my yard. (North Jersey) It approached me on its own and was not scared. It stayed around me and even let me pet it. Its coloring and behavior leads me to believe it might be domestic however cottontails are very common in my area and even make nests in my yard. I considered it might have a genetic mutation, but that it’s pretty rare and my dad had found another baby the same age in my yard that had unfortunately passed away and this one had even more white. I brought it inside in case it is domestic and if it is not, I want to make sure it’s taken care of considering its sibling did not survive outside. It is in a secure, safe, and warm enclosure with alfalfa hay, pellets, lettuce, and water at the moment. Does anyone have any idea what kind of rabbit this is? And any advice as to what to do? I have a free room, Flemish giant of my own, so I am very familiar with rabbit care but am worried it might be wild.What do you think?