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Yes they are. Why do you think we have ears?
Although rabbits and hares have long been classified as close relatives of rodents (mice, rats, squirrels), a new study has concluded that the long-eared hoppers are really more closely related to primates, the mammalian order that includes monkeys, apes and humans.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 12y agoBoth rabbits and rats belong to the Infraclass Eutheria. They also are members of closely related Orders, Lagomorphia and Rodentia. However, that is the extent of their relation.
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∙ 11y agoRabbits and hares are in a family all by themselves-leprodae, but there are 60 species.
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Are rabbits related to dogs?
No, because rabbits are not rodents.They are from the Lagomurph family.
Are rabbits endangered?
Some species are. See the related question below.
Are chinchillas related to rabbits?
no. I don't think so.
What temperatures do Angora rabbits need?
Although Angora rabbits have longer fur, they have the same temperature requirements as other domesticated rabbits. See the related question below for details.
What kind of fruit do English rabbits eat?
English rabbits eat the same fruits (and food generally) as all rabbits. See the related question below for more info.
Are frogs and rabbits related?
No, rabbits are mammals.
Are rabbits related to dogs?
No, because rabbits are not rodents.They are from the Lagomurph family.
Are rabbits related to guinea pig?
No. Not at all.
Are rabbits endangered?
Some species are. See the related question below.
Are chinchillas related to rabbits?
no. I don't think so.
Are bunnys gerbils?
No, they are not related. Gerbils are rodents, Rabbits are not.
What Sea related with the begins with r?
rock rabbits
What specific animals are related to rabbits?
Bunnies and hares. All hares and rabbits probably descend from a single pair.
What dinosaur is related to a rabbit?
No dinosaur is related to a rabbit. Rabbits are mammals and have no connection wit dinosaurs.
What organisms are closely related to methanogens?
Organisms that are closely related to rabbits include; horses and turtles
Are the rabbits and groundhogs related because of their front teeth?
Not really
Are mice related to marsh rabbits?
Mice are rodents (2 front teeth top and bottom) and rabbits are Lagomorphs (four front teeth top and bottom) so not closely related.
