New Mexico field viewing guide
Antelope Jackrabbit in New Mexico — where & when to see them by RV
Lepus alleni
Large ears, slow runner; relies on cryptic coloration in sparse desert scrub
6peak months
3prime spots
Natural history
About the Antelope Jackrabbit
Antelope jackrabbits are primarily crepuscular, feeding on grasses and forbs at dawn and dusk. They use erratic zigzag running and flash white fur on their sides to confuse predators.
Where to look
Conservation status
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When to watch
The best months to see the antelope jackrabbit
Wildlife runs on a calendar. Here is the window when sightings peak in New Mexico — plan your trip around the lit months, then check the local refuge or park report before you go.
Best months
Apr · May · Jun · Jul · Aug · Sep
Typical timing is early morning or late evening; check the official park species list for recent sightings.
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Good to know
Common questions
What makes the antelope jackrabbit different from other jackrabbits?
It has larger ears and distinctive white patches on its flanks, which it flashes while running, unlike the black-tailed jackrabbit's dark tail.
Are antelope jackrabbits common in New Mexico?
They are locally common in the southern Chihuahuan Desert but less abundant than black-tailed jackrabbits in other parts of the state.
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