Continental Giant rabbit

The Continental Giant, also known as the German Giant,[1] is a very large breed of rabbit which was originally bred for meat.[2] It is recognized by the British Rabbit Council in two categories, colored and white,[3][4] but is not recognized as a breed by American Rabbit Breeders' Association.

The Continental Giant, first documented in 1893,[2] is said to have descended from the Flemish Giant.[2] Some individuals are said to be friendly with other animals.[5]

The longest Continental Giant on record is approximately 4 feet 4 inches in length,[6] and the heaviest weighs 53 lbs.[2] The average lifespan for the breed is 4-5 years. [2]

See also

References

  1. ↑ "OAK CREEK FARMS - Oak Creek Farms, Breeder of Specialty Continental Giant Rabbits". OAK CREEK FARMS. Retrieved 2016-03-14.
  2. 1 2 3 4 5 "Continental Giant Rabbit". Just Rabbits. Retrieved 2016-03-14.
  3. ↑ BRC Breed Standard - Coloured
  4. ↑ BRC Breed Standard - White
  5. ↑ "World's biggest bunny rabbit Darius, who weighs almost four stone, has a rival in his giant 3ft 8in son Jeff - Metro News". Metro. Retrieved 2016-03-14.
  6. ↑ "Darius the world's biggest rabbit is facing competition from his son - Daily Mail Online". Mail Online. Retrieved 2016-03-14.


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