Marsh Rabbit

SPECULATED

Sylvilagus palustris

A semi-aquatic rabbit that actually swims to escape predators in Leonida's wetlands.

The Marsh Rabbit is a Florida endemic that has adapted to wetland life by actually swimming when pursued — an unusual strategy for a rabbit. They're a key prey species for Leonida's swamp predators and a traditional quarry for the state's rural subsistence hunters.

SOURCE: Speculated - Florida endemic

FIELD GUIDE

Species: Sylvilagus palustris
Habitat: Swamp
Behavior: Passive
Weight: 2-3 lbs
Danger Level
Huntable: Yes

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