Although we cull dangerous animals (e.g., venomous snakes) to protect our kids and and visitors, under our ranch wildlife management plan, we protect and nurture many other creatures.
For example, we have jackrabbits. The photo above was taken of one of our rabbits we discovered while seeding sunflowers last weekend. Because fur serves as camouflage, the jackrabbit blends in well with the tall grass.
Jackrabbits are prey to many predators. Their limited defenses include biting, kicking with their back feet, and shrieking. In order to survive, they have to watch out for coyotes, hawks, etc. And baby rabbits are in danger from being eaten by raccoons and snakes.
On a lighter note, it’s fun to watch jackrabbits hop across the pasture because their long ears point straight up in the air like two antennas.
As winter approaches, we’ll see less of our jackrabbits as they try to stay warm in their burrows.