From hopping around the Easter table to being the stars of beloved cartoon characters, rabbits are well-known and beloved. The enduring popularity of rabbits and their depictions speaks to their place in our culture and society as symbols that convey joy and even impart wisdom and wit.
A bunny is a cute animal with long ears, short tails and hopping behavior. Members of the Leporidae family, they have soft fur in various colors and can be both small and large, depending on the species.
Rabbits are prey animals that rely on their keen senses to avoid predators and ensure they get enough to survive. Their eyes can move nearly a full circle and they have a sensitive nose that twitches to help them smell potential dangers or food. This is why they may run away, hide or nip when approached by humans.
In folklore and religion, bunnies have long been associated with good luck and fertility. A Korean myth depicts a bunny on the moon that makes mochi, a popular snack of mashed sticky rice. And the circle motif of three bunnies is found in many cultures, including Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese and Jewish traditions (in Hebrew, shfanim SHpnym).
If you are considering adding a rabbit to your family, it’s important to prepare properly for its arrival. You’ll need to provide a safe and secure place for it, such as an enclosed resting area with ventilation. Also, be sure to keep potentially poisonous plants, medicines and household cleaning products out of the rabbit’s reach.