The Volcano Rabbit is the world's second-smallest rabbit and is found only on the slopes of four volcanoes near Mexico City. It is the most ancient rabbit lineage in North America, having changed little in 5 million years, and communicates through high-pitched sounds rather than tail flashing. Fewer than 7,000 individuals remain due to habitat loss from urban expansion around Mexico City.
Habitat
Bunchgrass meadows on volcanic slopes at 2,800–4,250 m elevation
Diet
Bunch grasses and pine needles
How common
Very rare
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