Problems with rabbits
 Native rabbits and hares in this area include brush rabbit, desert cottontail and black-tailed hare (jackrabbit). Domestic (pet) rabbits are sometimes found in the wild because they escaped from their owners or were released. They should not be in the wild. |
Rabbits or hares eating garden
If you are growing a vegetable garden, use wire screen around the area. Ideally, bury the wire one-foot underground. The screen should be a minimum of three-feet high and will help exclude some rodents as well. Bird netting and other flexible screening should not be used as it can harm birds and reptiles. |
If your garden is ornamental then the commercial product Ropel ® can be sprayed over the plants to give them a bitter flavor. Ropel ® can be purchased at most nurseries or on-line. |
