| Eastern Cottontail | ||
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Classification(s) : | Prey |
| Cat Name : | Rabbit | |
| Common Name : | Eastern Cottontail | |
| Scientific Name : | Sylvilagus floridanus | |
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| Physical Description : | A squat, round bodied animal with large hind feet, long ears and a fluffy white tail. The fur runs the gamut from rusty to grayish brown, all with a white underside. |
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| Physical Statistics : | Length: 15 – 19 Inches (39 – 48 Centimeters) |
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| Behavior : | Easily frightened and not much of a fighter, the cottonttail is a docile creature that is made a challenge to hunt only by its speed (which is surpassed only by the hare) and agility. They feed on grasses and flowers all while keeping a sharp watch for predators. |
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| Social Organization : | Solitary; Cottontails come together only for the fall mating season. |
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| Approval Level : | None; Rabbits are common in all of the clan territories (most notably WindClan) and in accordance needs no approval. | |
| Kill Difficulty : | Moderate; While not possessing any weapons, they do have a firm kick that couples well with their sizable bodies. |
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| Training Level : | Specialty - Chase; Due to their speed and size, it does take a certain amount of careful training for a warrior to be well prepared to take down a rabbit. |
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| Hunting Tactic : | Rabbits and Hares | |
| Food Quality : | High; Succulent and juicy in addition to rich and healthful | |
