Country of origin Turkey

Type English, French, Giant, Satin, German, Chinese, Swiss, Finnish, Korean, St. Lucian

Traits

Weight Male: English: 2.0–3.5 kg (4.4–7.7 lb) French: 3.5–4.5 kg (7.7–9.9 lb) Satin: 3.0–4.5 kg (6.6–9.9 lb) Giant: 12 lb – 5.5kg or larger

Female: English: 2.0–3.5 kg (4.4–7.7 lb) French: 3.5–4.5 kg (7.7–9.9 lb) Satin: 3.0–4.5 kg (6.6–9.9 lb) Giant: 12 lb – 5.5kg or larger

Coat Long

Wool color (See 'Color' section)

Color Black, white, light brown

Lifespan 7–12 years

Fur type Fine

Distinguishing features Angora rabbits' fur is combed when it gets thick. The Angora rabbits' fur is used in Angora Wool. They go through a heavy shead every couple months.

The Angora rabbit (Turkish: Ankara tavşanı) is a variety of domestic rabbit bred for its long, soft wool. The Angora is one of the oldest types of domestic rabbit, originating in Ankara (historically known as Angora), present day Turkey, along with the Angora cat and Angora goat. The rabbits were popular pets with French royalty in the mid-18th century, and spread to other parts of Europe by the end of the century. They first appeared in the United States in the early 20th century. They are bred largely for their long Angora wool, which may be removed by shearing, combing, or plucking. There are many individual breeds of Angora rabbits, four of which are recognized by American Rabbit Breeders' Association (ARBA); they are English, French, Giant, and Satin. Other breeds include German, Chinese, Swiss, Finnish, Korean, and St. Lucian.

Angoras are bred mainly for their wool, which is silky and soft. At only 11 microns in diameter it is finer and softer than cashmere. Most Angora rabbits are calm and docile, but should be handled carefully. Grooming is necessary to prevent the fiber from matting and felting on the rabbit. A condition, wool block, is common in Angora rabbits, and should be treated quickly.[1] These rabbits are shorn every three to four months throughout the year.