By Asst Editor Amanda C, on August 17th, 2011
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
By Asst Editor Amanda C, on August 17th, 2011
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
By Asst Editor Amanda C, on August 15th, 2011
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
By Asst Editor Amanda C, on August 15th, 2011
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
By Asst Editor Amanda C, on August 15th, 2011
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
By Asst Editor Amanda C, on August 10th, 2011
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
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