Are you sure it’s a baby rabbit?
The wild rabbits most commonly seen in southern Ontario are called Eastern cottontails.
Older baby cottontails are easy to identify — they look like mini adult rabbits.
Newborn, naked baby rabbits can be distinguished from other babies by their dark skin and look similar to little hippos. Once furred, they often have a white dot on their forehead.
Not sure the baby you’ve found is a rabbit? Go back to our species selection page.
If the baby rabbit you’ve found is black, white, or any colour other than a peppered brown, it might be a pet bunny. Check our page on how to help domestic animals.
