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English Lop Rabbit
IntermediateOryctolagus cuniculus
Rabbit breed with the longest ears, often touching the ground. Gentle, affectionate, and easy-going despite their large size.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
18〜26℃
Lifespan
5-7 years
Size
50-60cm / 4-5.5kg
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Timothy hay, rabbit pellets, vegetables
About
The English Lop is considered the oldest lop-eared domestic rabbit breed, developed in England during the 19th century. Adults measure 50–60 cm and weigh 4–5.5 kg. The English Lop's most remarkable feature is its extraordinarily long ears—the longest of any rabbit breed, measuring 50–70 cm from tip to tip in adults and often reaching the floor. Their regal, low-slung appearance has earned them the nickname 'the dog of the rabbit fancy.' Temperamentally, they are exceptionally laid-back and gentle, among the calmest of all rabbit breeds. The exceptionally long ears require special management: the enclosure must have sufficient floor space to prevent the rabbit from stepping on its own ears, and the ear canals must be kept clean and free of infection. Diet consists of unlimited timothy hay, species-appropriate pellets, and fresh vegetables. Common health concerns include ear hematoma, otitis externa, dental malocclusion, and GI stasis. Lifespan is 8–12 years.
Basic Info
Origin
United Kingdom
Lifespan
5-7 years
Size
50-60cm / 4-5.5kg
Temperature
18〜26℃
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Timothy hay, rabbit pellets, vegetables
Care Guide
Cage
Care Specifications
Pair
Sources: RWAF Rabbit companionship
Morphs (Varieties)
ARBA 公認の English Lop の showroom 区分。
DominantVisual with a single copy; no distinct super form.
Broken Pattern
Line-bredEstablished by selective line breeding.
Solid Pattern
Sources: ARBA Recognized Breeds and Varieties
A curated selection of notable morphs. Inheritance modes are a breeding-planning guide; actual appearance varies with combos.
References & Sources
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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Oryctolagus cuniculus (Linnaeus, 1758)
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
Not CITES-listed
Sources: CITES Appendices / 環境省 特定外来生物一覧
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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