Snowshoe Hare
Lepus americanus
The snowshoe hare is a species of hare found in North America. It has the name "snowshoe" because of the large size of its hind feet. The animal's feet prevent it from sinking into the snow when it hops and walks.
Varying hareShowshoe rabbit
Baby Season
Spring (March-April)· Summer (May–August)
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Community Sightings
Recent observations from the iNaturalist community
Oct 16, 2026
Ashford, WA 98304, USA
byMelissa
Research Grade
· 1 ID
Oct 14, 2026
S Glacier Park Rd, Sutton, AK, US
byizguana
Research Grade
· 2 IDs
Oct 14, 2026
Southbound Ravine Dr @ Buckhorn Place, Port Moody, BC V3H 4M3, Canada
byPamela Zevit
Research Grade
· 1 ID
Oct 13, 2026
Alaska Hwy, Yukon, Unorganized, YT, CA
byTracy
Research Grade
· 1 ID