Snowshoe hare

The snowshoe hare, also called the varying hare, or snowshoe rabbit, is a species of hare found in North America. It has the name "snowshoe" because of the large size of its hind feet. The animal's feet prevent it from sinking into the snow when it hops and walks. Wikipedia

Learn about the Arctic animals that thrive in the frigid tundra, including polar bears, snowy owls, and beluga whales.

Snowshoe Hare facts, pictures, in-depth information & video for kids & adults. Learn about this speedy mammal, and its adaptations for living in the cold.

Marais de St-Timothée March, quebec, Canada. 2nd of 5.

Photo about White snowshoe hare in winter, front view. Image of winter, ears, paws - 65508345

Snowshoe hare in summer phase, Denali National Park, Interior, Alaska.

The snowshoe hare has many tricks that help it survive and thrive in the harsh conditions of the forest. They gain their curious name from their large...

It is not hard to see why the individual toe pads in the tracks of a snowshoe hare’s feet are rarely very distinct. There is a 3/4”- thick layer of hair on the bottom of a hare’s 5- to 6-inch-long …