Baby rabbits, also known as kits, are found in nests. These nests are usually located:
* Underground burrows: The most common location, dug by the mother for protection and warmth.
* Above ground: Sometimes in shallow depressions under bushes, in leaf piles, or even in garden sheds for camouflage.
Key Points to Remember
* Kits are born blind and hairless and rely heavily on their mother.
* Mother rabbits visit their kits only a few times a day to minimize scent and avoid attracting predators.
* Do not touch or disturb a nest. Approaching it can scare the mother and cause her to abandon her young.
If you see a baby rabbit on its own, it is best to leave it alone. The mother will likely return, and interfering could harm the kit.