Genus Oryctolagus (Noun)
Meaning
Old World rabbits.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The European rabbit is a member of the genus Oryctolagus and one of the most common Old World rabbits.
- Several species in the genus Oryctolagus have adapted to a wide variety of habitats and are considered invasive in many parts of the world.
- Oryctolagus comprises only a few species of Old World rabbits, including the European rabbit, the Iberian rabbit, and the Italian rabbit.
- Research has shown that members of the genus Oryctolagus can be prolific breeders, contributing to their invasive success in non-native habitats.
- As social creatures, rabbits in the genus Oryctolagus often live in large groups in the wild.