🌿Native Nature

Eastern Cottontail

Sylvilagus floridanus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia β€ΊPhylum: Chordata β€ΊClass: Mammalia β€ΊOrder: Lagomorpha β€ΊFamily: Leporidae β€ΊGenus: Sylvilagus

About

The eastern cottontail (Sylvilagus floridanus) is a New World cottontail rabbit, a member of the family Leporidae. It is one of the most common rabbit species in North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eastern Cottontail?
The scientific name of Eastern Cottontail is Sylvilagus floridanus.
What kingdom does Eastern Cottontail belong to?
Eastern Cottontail belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Eastern Cottontail belong to?
Eastern Cottontail belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Eastern Cottontail belong to?
Eastern Cottontail belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Eastern Cottontail belong to?
Eastern Cottontail belongs to the order Lagomorpha.
What family does Eastern Cottontail belong to?
Eastern Cottontail belongs to the family Leporidae.
What genus does Eastern Cottontail belong to?
Eastern Cottontail belongs to the genus Sylvilagus.