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Mountain hare
Scientific name: Lepus timidus
The mountain hare lives in the Scottish Highlands and the north of England. They are renowned for turning white in winter to match their upland surroundings.
Species information
Statistics
Length: 45-56cmWeight: 2.5-3.5kg
Average lifespan: 3-4 years
Conservation status
Protected in the UK under the Wildlife and Countryside Act, 1981. Priority Species under the UK Post-2010 Biodiversity Framework.