A Distinct and Pleasant Scent
Baby rabbits, also known as kits, have a distinct but pleasant smell. It's often described as:
Sweet: The most common description is that they smell sweet, almost like a combination of hay and a delicate floral scent.
Clean: Baby rabbits are generally very clean animals and their smell reflects this.
Musky: There might be a faint, musky undertone, especially as they get older.
Important note: Never attempt to smell a wild baby rabbit. You should avoid disturbing them in their nests as they are very vulnerable and their mothers may abandon them if they sense danger.