Tehuantepec jackrabbit

Description

The Tehuantepec jackrabbit (Lepus flavigularis) is easily distinguished from other species of jackrabbits by two black stripes that run from the base of the ears to the nape,and by its white flanks.Underparts are white,upperparts are bright-brown washed with black,rump is gray,and the tail is black.This leporid is one of the largest jackrabbits and has large ears and legs.Adults weigh about 3500 to 4000 grams.