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Belgian Hare

Also known in Russian as Бельгийский заяц

OriginBelgium
Weight2.7–4.1 kg
Sizemedium
Coatshort, deep red chestnut with black ticking
Temperamentintelligent, energetic, easily startled
Rabbit show jumpingLong legs help it jump. Its bones are slender, so it needs strong muscles for high jumps.

Did you know?

It has been called the poor man's racehorse.

Source: en.wikipedia.org

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