Understanding Rabbit Behaviour

Rabbit facts so you be able to understand your house rabbit better: Rabbits are quiet creatures and they usually do not make a sound. However, they have their own way of communicating through their body language If you learn about and know the way house rabbits communicate, then it will be easier for you . . . → Read More: Understanding Rabbit Behaviour

Facts about Rabbits

Rabbit Facts - 40 Interesting Facts About Rabbits:

Rabbits are lagomorphs

1. Rabbits are not rodents, they are lagomorphs.

2. A male rabbit is a buck.

3. A female rabbit is a doe.

4. A baby rabbit is a kit.

5. When the doe gives birth her babies are collectively refered to as . . . → Read More: Facts about Rabbits

Rabbit Fur Manufacturing in Australia - Akubra

Akubra history:

Akubra founder Benjamin Dunkerley

In 1874 Benjamin Dunkerley arrived in Tasmania from England and decided to start a hat making business in Hobart. His skills as a hatter were backed by his ability to invent machinery, and soon after his arrival he had developed a mechanical method of removing the hair . . . → Read More: Rabbit Fur Manufacturing in Australia - Akubra

Rabbit Farming in Australia - The CSIRO Crusader Rabbit Project

Breeding farm rabbits:

New Zealand White Rabbit

The most commonly farmed rabbit in Australia at present is the New Zealand White. This rabbit has good growth characteristics and is capable of attaining a slaughter weight of approximately 3 kg within 12–14 weeks of age. The rabbit carcase dressing percentage is about 50% to . . . → Read More: Rabbit Farming in Australia - The CSIRO Crusader Rabbit Project

Rabbit Farming in Australia - DPI Regulations and Guidelines

Farming meat rabbits:

Rabbit farming

This article provides a brief overview of the meat rabbit industry in Australia, the legal requirements and guidelines recognised by the Dept. of Primary Industries (DPI) for the farming of meat rabbits in NSW;

The NSW rabbit industry is still in the development stage, with an . . . → Read More: Rabbit Farming in Australia - DPI Regulations and Guidelines

Rabbit Farming in Australia - Macleay Valley Rabbits

Macleay Valley Rabbits:

The Macleay River winds its way through the North Coast of New South Wales, meandering past Kempsey on its way through the Macleay Valley. This picturesque region is sub-tropical, with beautiful countryside kept lush by regular rainfall. Skillion Flat, approx 15km west of Kempsey in The Macleay Valley is home to . . . → Read More: Rabbit Farming in Australia - Macleay Valley Rabbits