Antelope Jackrabbit
Lepus alleni

f7.1 @ 1/4000s, ISO:1000, Nikon D3S w 500mm


"Antelope Jackrabbit," Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. The antelope jackrabbit, found in Southern Arizona and Northwestern Mexico, is a species of North American hare. Within this range, it occupies dry desert areas. This species is placed in family Leporidae, which is within order Lagomorpha. Male and female antelope jackrabbits are identical in appearance. This species is large in size with long, pointed ears and a distinct coat coloration. The antelope jackrabbit has a white belly, light grey sides, a back peppered with black, and orange coloration on the neck and chest.
Green Valley, Arizona
 
04/29/2018