Cottontail

usgb/ˈkɑːtnteɪl/
noun

A wild rabbit, especially the North American species, that has a brownish body and a fluffy white tail.

We saw a cottontail hopping through the field.
Visual representation of "cottontail" - A wild rabbit, especially the North American species, that has a brownish body and a fluffy white tail.

Often appears as...

  • cottontail rabbit
  • wild cottontail
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Wild Rabbit

Use 'cottontail' when specifically referring to wild rabbits, distinguishing them from domestic breeds or other animals.

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A cottontail was spotted near the camping site.
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Fluffy Tail

Remember the distinctive feature of a 'cottontail': its fluffy white tail, which gives the animal its name.

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The children were excited to see the cottontail's white tail as it fled into the bushes.
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Natural Habitat

Cottontails are usually mentioned in the context of their natural outdoor habitat, often fields or woods.

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Cottontails can be seen throughout the forests of North America.
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