The mysterious Irish hare

The Irish hare (Lepus timidus hibernicus) is an endemic sub-species of the mountain hare (L. timidus) and is the only native lagomorph in Ireland.

The relationship between the Irish hare and other mountain hare subspecies remains somewhat unclear. Recent genetic evidence indicates that the Irish hare is more closely related to mountain hare populations in mainland Europe than its geographically closest neighbour, the Scottish hare (Lepus timidus scoticus). They do not grow a white winter coat and are noticeably smaller in size. They are distinguished from brown hares by having a stocker build, pure white tail and shorter ears, they are much larger than rabbits and have a more upright stance.

Irish hares seem to be quite common around Dublin Airport. I spotted three individuals on a small patch of lawn between the hanger buildings.

Publicado el 19 de septiembre de 2022 por heliastes21 heliastes21

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