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Palustrine: FORESTED WETLAND, Bog/fen Terrestrial: Shrubland/chaparral, Old field, Forest - Hardwood, Forest - Conifer, Forest - Mixed, Woodland - Hardwood, Woodland ...
- Snowshoe Hare: Description
- Snowshoe Hare: Diet
- Snowshoe Hare: Reproduction and Family Life
- Snowshoe Hare: Behavior
- Snowshoe Hare: Mortality and Predators
- Snowshoe Hare: Distribution
- Snowshoe Hare Habitat
- Where to See Snowshoe Hares in The Adirondacks
In terms of size, Snowshoe Hares are smallish mammals, weighing between three and 4½ pounds. Total length is about 20 inches. Female Snowshoe Hares weigh about 10-25% more than males. The Snowshoe Hare's weight varies by region. Hares in the southwestern US are smaller than those in the northwestern and eastern regions of the country, where winter ...
Snowshoe Hares are herbivores. A Snowshoe Hare requires 10.6 ounces of browse per day. Like other herbivores who live in areas with severe winters, their summer and winter diets are very different. 1. The Snowshoe Hare's main summer food consists of herbaceous plants, such as clovers, grasses, sedges, and ferns. They also consume berries and the tw...
The average number and size of Snowshoe Hare litters varies, depending on the region. Across their range, Snowshoe Hares begin breeding in late winter (January - April) and end in late summer to early fall (July - October). Females can have up to four litters. Snowshoe Hares in the Adirondacks are said to have the lowest reproductive rate for their...
Snowshoe Hares are said to be crepuscularCrepuscular: Refers to animals that are active primarily during twilight (dusk and dawn). This activity pattern contrasts with that of animals which are diurnal (active during the day), as well as those that are nocturnal (active during the hours of darkness). (meaning they are most active at dawn and dusk) ...
Predation is the major cause of mortality in Snowshoe Hares. Most studies indicate that losses from mammalian and avian predators are over 75%. 1. The list of mammals who prey on the Snowshoe Hare in the Adirondack Park include Bobcat, Eastern Coyote, Gray Fox, Fisher, American Marten, Ermine, and Long-tailed Weasel. In other parts of their range, ...
The Snowshoe Hare is found from the tree line of the North American continent south into the northern United States and the Northeast. This species occurs from Newfoundland east to western Alaska; south in the Sierra Nevada to central California; and in the Rocky Mountains to southern Utah and northern New Mexico. Snowshoes are also found in the Ap...
Snowshoe Hares are found in conifer and mixed wood forestswith abundant understories. The hare's habitat preferences reflect two factors: predation risks and browse needs. 1. Snowshoe Hares prefer conifer stands where the trees are tall enough to provide protection from avian predators such as owls, but dense enough to offer protection from terrest...
Snowshoe Hares are not commonly seen for much of the year, due to their largely nocturnal habits and preference for dense forest cover. The most likely time to see them is in the spring, when they venture into open areas to forage on dense spring growth. Also, the patchy remnants of their white winter coat make them more easily seen at this time. Y...
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Basic facts about Snowshoe Hare: lifespan, distribution and habitat map, lifestyle and social behavior, mating habits, diet and nutrition, population size and status.
Adirondack Mammals. State University of New York, College of Environmental Science and Forestry. 216pp. Order: Lagomorpha. Family: Leporidae. Range and Habitat. The snowshoe hare occurs from the treeline of North America south into the northern U.S. and the Northeast.
Behavior. Snowshoe hares feed at night, following well worn forest paths to feed on trees and shrubs, grasses, and plants. These animals are nimble and fast, which is fortunate, because they are a ...
Oct 28, 2021 · Snowshoe hares live throughout the boreal, or northern, forest. As an important prey species for a wide variety of predators, the population size and reproductive success of many predators cycles with the abundance of hare. Snowshoe hares turn white in winter and brown in summer. NPS Photo.
