CRC
Old Mossy Horns
Should the current disease outbreak make its way to the east coast, the Commission is concerned about its potential impact to native rabbit populations, particularly the Appalachian cottontail that is found only in the western part of the state at higher elevations. The Appalachian cottontail is a designated a species of concern by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and classified as vulnerable to critically imperiled throughout most of its range.
How long till the Appalachian cottontail is put on the endangered species list?