VUVulnerable
White-sided Jackrabbit
Lepus callotis
Declining
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Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major
Conservation measures underway
Species recovery
Other threatened species in LEPORIDAE
Threatened in Mexico
Frequently asked questions
Why is White-sided Jackrabbit classified as Vulnerable?
White-sided Jackrabbit is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does White-sided Jackrabbit live?
White-sided Jackrabbit occurs in Mexico, and United States. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to White-sided Jackrabbit?
The main threats to White-sided Jackrabbit are 2.3, 5.1, 5.3, and 8.1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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