![]() ![]() Conversely, several Lepus species are called "jackrabbits", but classed as hares rather than rabbits. However, there are five leporid species with "hare" in their common names which are not considered true hares: the hispid hare ( Caprolagus hispidus), and four species known as red rock hares (comprising Pronolagus). Members of the Lepus genus are considered true hares, distinguishing them from rabbits which make up the rest of the Leporidae family. ![]() A group of hares is called a "husk", a "down" or a "drove". A hare less than one year old is called a "leveret". Hare species are native to Africa, Eurasia and North America. Most are fast runners with long, powerful hind legs, and large ears to dissipate body heat. The genus includes the largest lagomorphs. They nest in slight depressions called forms, and their young are able to fend for themselves shortly after birth. ![]() They are herbivores, and live solitarily or in pairs. Hares and jackrabbits are mammals belonging to the genus Lepus. ![]()
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