New Mexico wildlife
Antelope Jackrabbit
Lepus alleni
Large ears, slow runner; relies on cryptic coloration in sparse desert scrub
See the Antelope Jackrabbit up close
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.
Where to look
Conservation status
Stable in Chihuahuan Desert habitats, local fluctuations possible
Good to know
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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