Smiths red rock rabbit

Introduction: Smith's red rock rabbit (Pronolagus rupestris) is the smallest of southern Africa's three rock rabbits.  Jameson's red rock rabbit is Namibia's only other species. It is nocturnal and will forage within close range of its habitat of rocky hillsides.

Distribution: Rocky habitats of the lower central highlands from the Orange River north as far the Rehoboth region.

Diet: Green sprouting grass.

Colouring: Reddish-brown fur interrupted on the upperparts by a black grizzling. It has grey cheeks. The dark brown bushy tail has a black tip.

Breeding: Females give birth to 1 or 2 kittens. During the gestation period of 35 to 45 days, grass and fur-lined nests are built in small holes in the ground for birthing.

Weight: 1.6kg