In 1865, rabbits were released on a remote New Zealand island as emergency food for shipwreck survivors; they survived for 127 years and developed distinctive traits

In 1865, rabbits were brought to Enderby Island, evolving distinct traits over the next 127 years. As conservation efforts ...

Unique rabbits face eradication: New Zealand wipes out Enderby colony; fragile mainland line endures

In 1865, rabbits were brought to Enderby Island for shipwrecked sailors, leading to unique adaptations over 127 years of isolation. However, they were later eradicated for ecological reasons, although ...