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Tan Rabbit
IntermediateOryctolagus cuniculus
Beautiful two-tone rabbit with dark upper body and tan underside. Active and energetic medium-sized breed.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
18〜26℃
Lifespan
8-10 years
Size
30-40cm / 1.8-2.7kg
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Timothy hay, rabbit pellets, vegetables
About
The Tan rabbit is a medium-sized breed developed in England in the 1880s, likely originating from crosses between wild rabbits and domestic black-and-tan Dutch rabbits. Adults measure 30–40 cm and weigh 1.8–2.7 kg. Their most distinctive feature is their bicolor coat: the top color (black, blue, chocolate, or lilac) contrasts sharply with a rich, bright tan (orange-yellow) on the belly, flanks, inside of ears, eye circles, jaw, and nostrils. Tan rabbits are known for their exceptionally energetic and agile nature, more active and fast-moving than most domestic breeds. They are highly regarded in the show fancy for their athletic build and vivid coloration. Their high activity level demands a spacious enclosure (minimum 70 cm width) or exercise area, with generous daily free-roaming time. Diet consists of unlimited hay, pellets, and fresh vegetables. Common health concerns include malocclusion, GI stasis, and stress from insufficient exercise. Lifespan is 8–10 years.
Basic Info
Origin
United Kingdom
Lifespan
8-10 years
Size
30-40cm / 1.8-2.7kg
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 Tan のカラー variety(4色)。tan パターン(腹/眼周/耳内側が tan)が品種特徴。
Other
BlackBlueChocolateLilac
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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