Antelope Jackrabbits like Cantaloupe are actually hares, not rabbits, contrary to their name. Hares have leaner bodies and slender legs (and larger ears!) - which makes them better runners. Because of this, hares tend to flee when facing danger, while rabbits tend to hide! They’re all adorable when they chew, though. 😋 | Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

38K views · 1.7K reactions | Have you met Churro the roadrunner and Cantaloupe the antelope jackrabbit? They’re back at Life on the Rocks after some time living behind the scenes (due to habitat improvements and construction), and they would love for you to say hello. ❤️ | Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum | Facebook

Have you spotted a jackrabbit lately? 👀 🐇 Our biologists would love to hear about any sightings! Remember, jackrabbits are much larger than eastern cottontail rabbits, with longer ears and longer legs. Please be as detailed as possible in the location and email the township/range/section, address, or GPS coordinates to [email protected]. We still have jackrabbits scattered across their historic range (north of Interstate 80), but in very low numbers due to loss of suitable short gr