European Hare

European Hare

“With no underground sanctuary to provide refuge, the hare relies on its superb senses – and its long legs – for survival. Its sensory equipment includes eyes on the side of the head for all round vision, huge ears and a sensitive nose.”

The New Encyclopedia of Mammals, (2001) edited by David MacDonald, Oxford University Press.

Country: UK
Location: Elmley Marshes, Kent
Family: Leporidae
Species: Lepus europaeus (European Hare)
Date taken: 03/08/2013