23/07/2025
23 RABBIT BREEDS WORTH KNOWING
1. NEW ZEALAND WHITE – Popular for meat production due to its rapid growth and high fertility.
2. CALIFORNIAN – Commonly crossbred with NEW ZEALAND WHITE; known for strong meat traits and feed efficiency.
3. HYLA – A commercial hybrid focused on large-scale meat farming; widely used in African intensive systems.
4. AMERICAN CHINCHILLA – Valued for its soft coat and solid meat yield; adapted well to African climates.
5. GABALI – Native to Egypt, tough in hot conditions and great for meat production in North Africa.
6. FLEMISH GIANT – Giant-sized breed; occasionally raised for meat and fur due to its impressive bulk.
7. GIANT CHINCHILLA – Larger cousin of the AMERICAN CHINCHILLA; used for both fur and meat.
8. DUTCH – Medium-sized and known for its sharp color banding; kept for pets and small-scale breeding.
9. ENGLISH SPOT – A showy rabbit with unique markings; raised for exhibitions and aesthetics.
10. HARLEQUIN – Vibrant coat patterns make it stand out; less common but highly appreciated.
11. ARGENTE – A shimmering French breed admired for appearance and respectable meat output.
12. REX – Velvety fur and good meat value; increasingly seen on African farms.
13. SILVER MARTEN – Deep black fur with silver flecks; rare but prized by fur enthusiasts.
14. ANGORA – Fluffy and wool-rich; needs heavy grooming and is kept for niche markets.
15. ALASKAN – Solid black coat with dense fur; known among specialty fur breeders.
16. SIAMESE SATIN – Shiny coat and decent meat quality; sometimes used in breed diversification.
17. PALOMINO – Medium-large size with fair meat yield; occasionally used in crossbreeding programs.
18. LOP (FRENCH AND ENGLISH) – Famous for floppy ears; mostly pets and show animals.
19. TAN – Small and sleek; a favorite for hobbyists and rabbit enthusiasts.
20. BRITANNIA PETITE – Tiny and ornamental; not raised for production.
21. SATIN – Glossy fur with strong meat traits; moderately popular among breeders.
