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Brown Hare
Hacklander, K. & Schai-Braun, S. 2019. Lepus europaeus. The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species 2019: e.T41280A45187424. https://dx.doi.org/10.2305/IUCN.UK.2019-1.RLTS.T41280A45187424.en. Accessed on 22 July 2026.
Conservation Challenges Faced by this Species:
Lothian, Scotland
Whilst brown hares are not considered an endangered species, they do face conservation challenges. The brown hare is a protected species in Scotland, but there has been a dramatic increase in the number of brown hares licensed to be shot to protect timber, crops, and airfields across Scotland, sparking serious animal welfare concerns.
Certified Wildlife Friendly® Entities Protecting this Species:
Seilich, Scotland
Wildlife Friendly® Products Helping to Protect this Species:
Hydrosols, Face Mists, Room Mists
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