Eastern Cottontail
Sylvilagus floridanus
The eastern cottontail is a species of rabbit. It is the most widespread and abundant rabbit species in North America, inhabiting a wide range that extends from southern Canada throughout most of the US and into parts of Mexico, Central America, and the northern regions of South America.
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Community Sightings
Recent observations from the iNaturalist community
Jan 15, 2026
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC J2X 3A9, Canada
byLaurent Barrette
Research Grade
· 1 ID
Jan 15, 2026
Williamson County, TX, USA
byJack Cochran
Research Grade
· 1 ID
Jan 14, 2026
Oakland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, US
bymaxwell_rolinson
Research Grade
· 1 ID
Jan 14, 2026
Vikes Way, Saanich, BC, CA
byTrinity Wolfe
Research Grade
· 2 IDs