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European Hare Lepus europaeus Pallas, 1778

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Primates and Lagomorpha

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This comprehensive species-specific chapter covers all aspects of the mammalian biology, including paleontology, physiology, genetics, reproduction and development, ecology, habitat, diet, mortality, and behavior. The economic significance and management of mammals and future challenges for research and conservation are addressed as well. The chapter includes a distribution map, a photograph of the animal, and a list of key literature.

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This chapter is dedicated to my wife Sandra who shares my enthusiasm and love for hares. My dear friend Paulo C. Alves provided numerous valuable comments and suggestions to an earlier draft of the manuscript.

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Hackländer, K. (2023). European Hare Lepus europaeus Pallas, 1778. In: Hackländer, K., Alves, P.C. (eds) Primates and Lagomorpha. Handbook of the Mammals of Europe. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-34043-8_9

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