Most Alaskans are familiar with the snowshoe hare and may enjoy hunting them throughout the state. However, residents of western and southwestern Alaska may also know about the Alaska hare (Lepus othus) aka arctic hare, tundra hare, or jack rabbit. The most distinguishing characteristic of the Alaska versus the snowshoe hare is their large size.

The white-tailed jackrabbit is a large species of hare and is the largest species called "jackrabbit". (Two larger hares, the Arctic and Alaskan hares, are found further north in North America). This jackrabbit has an adult length of 56 to 65 cm (22 to 26 in), including a tail measuring 6.6 to 10.2 cm (2.6 to 4.0 in), and a weight between 2.5 ...

Feb 23, 2022 · The Alaska Department of Fish and Game is studying Western Alaska’s dwindling population of Alaska hares, more commonly known as jackrabbits.

Mar 12, 2025 · Hares are often called rabbits, and both are members of the family Leporidae. However, hares are born fully furred and with eyes open, while newborn rabbits are blind and hairless. There are two species of hares in Alaska, both of which turn white in the winter. Hares are most active at dusk and dawn.

Alaska has two hare species! There are two species of hare in western Alaska, snowshoe hare and Alaska hare (also known as the tundra hare or jack rabbit). The Alaska hare is uncommon and we do not have a clear understanding of abundance, distribution, or habitat use.

Feb 23, 2022 · In western Alaska, jackrabbits tend to spend most of their time in a core area of 430 acres within the larger home range. Barger tends to see jackrabbits living in willow thickets. Since this...

Feb 22, 2022 · The Alaska Department of Fish & Game is studying the dwindling population of Alaska hares, more commonly known as jackrabbits, in Western Alaska. Researchers don’t yet know why the population has been decreasing, and …

Feb 9, 2015 · The continental U.S. and Alaska have fifteen native species of rabbits and hares: eight cottontail rabbits, four hares (sometimes called jackrabbits), two pikas, and one rabbit that lacks a “cotton tail.” All belong to the order Lagomorpha. (Around the …

Considerations involved in raising rabbits successfully in Alaska. Topics include breed information, basic health issues, housing, nutrition and reproduction.

Jan 27, 2025 · Jackrabbits are hares, known for their long legs, large ears, and speed. They differ from rabbits in size, habitat, reproduction, and behavior. Jackrabbits thrive in open environments by relying on speed, temperature regulation, and efficient feeding.