Brown Hare in the ride of a field

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Brown hares have long ears with black tips, and they have longer legs than rabbits. They are the fastest land mammal in the UK. Their long back legs allow them to run at speeds of up to 45mph. They are most active early in the morning or late in the evening which is the best time to spot them. During the daytime they remain hidden by lying down in fields with their ears flat along their backs. In March and April, hares exhibit more energy, and can be seen leaping about, and rushing around in wild chases. Hares breed at any time of the year. They produce a litter of up to three young which are called 'leverets'.

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Location: Nottinghamshire
Photo credit: © TomsPhotos / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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