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European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) sitting in a paddock.
Rabbits are one of Australia's most widespread and destructive pest animals.

The European rabbit

This information sheet provides details on the history of the European rabbit in Australia. (2 pages)

Rabbits are abundant in Australia and can be found almost everywhere, with the only exceptions being the wet tropics and dense coastal forests.

This fact sheet details information on rabbits in Australia and includes discussion on:

  • history
  • distribution
  • environmental impacts
  • reproduction
  • control techniques.

Learn more about CSIRO's research in Pest Management.

 

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