Lionhead is a breed of domestic rabbitrecognized by the British Rabbit Council (BRC)[1]and by the American Rabbit Breeders Association(ARBA).[2] The Lionhead rabbit has a wool mane encircling the head, reminiscent of a male lion as its name implies. Other Lionhead characteristics include a high head mount, compact upright body type, short well-furred 2- to 3+1⁄2-inch ears, and a weight of 2.5 to 3.75 pounds.[3]
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