Who has one of the longest breeding seasons in Ohio? The Eastern cottontail rabbit. They start having babies mid-February into September, having four to five litters each breeding season. Rabbits can give birth up to 12 babies per litter. As a result, rabbits are one of our most common mammals in Ohio. So, it is likely at some point you will find a nest in your yard.

Rabbits will make a nest in the lawn, flower beds and under brush or leaf litter piles. If you find a nest and have concerns, click on the video below for some reliable and useful tips and tricks to help you decide if the babies need your assistance or if it’s best to keep your distance. You can also visit goto.lakemetroparks.com/wildlifecenter for more information on what to do if you find baby animals.

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