OtterKnow Kids EncyclopediaThe arctic hare is a big bunny that lives in the freezing cold Arctic. It has thick, white fur that keeps it warm and helps it hide in the snow. Arctic hares are amazing at surviving in some of the coldest places on Earth!
Arctic hares have strong back legs that help them hop really fast. Their ears are shorter than other rabbits, which helps them keep their body heat in the cold. Their white fur blends in perfectly with the snowy ground.
Arctic hares eat grass, flowers, and small twigs. In winter, they dig through the snow with their paws to find food. They also eat moss and other plants that grow in the Arctic.
- Arctic hares can run as fast as a car driving through a neighborhood!
- Sometimes they huddle together in large groups to stay warm.
- A group of arctic hares can have hundreds of bunnies all sitting together!
