The Cost of a Bunny in South Africa
How much does a rabbit cost in rands?
In South Africa, Rabbits are slaughtered at between 2 kg to 2.5kg and each raw unit costs between R55 to R150. But you shouldn’t start too small, one expert advises.
Are bunnies good pets?
Generally, rabbits make great and awesome pets. Furthermore, rabbits require appropriate housing, exercise, socialization and a specific diet for good welfare. Some breeds of rabbits, particularly the longer haired rabbits, may require daily grooming.
How long does a bunny live?
Most Rabbits live up to 5 to 9 years. However, the European rabbit or coney is a species of rabbit native to the Iberian Peninsula, western France, and the northern Atlas mountains in Northwest Africa. It has been widely introduced elsewhere, often with devastating effects on local biodiversity
How much is white rabbit in South Africa?
In South Africa, New Zeeland White Rabbits sell for around R200 each at AgriMag.
Who eats rabbit meat?
The global rabbit meat market revenue amounted to $6.4 billion in 2017, picking up by 12% against the previous year. The global rabbit meat production reached its peak figure volume in 2017 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future. However, the country with the largest volume of rabbit meat consumption was China (925K tonnes), comprising approximately 62% of the total consumption. Moreover, rabbit meat consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the world’s second-largest consumer, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (154K tonnes), sixfold.
Why do people eat Rabbit meat in South Africa?
Most people find rabbit meat pleasant to eat, as it has a mild flavor that can be seasoned to taste and used in many dishes, including stews and stir-fries. Rabbit is a lean protein, which means that it’s good for your heart and won’t contribute to high cholesterol or heart disease.
Is there a market for rabbits in South Africa?
Generally, domestic consumption of rabbit meat is still low and the local market is still in its infancy stages of development, most South Africans do not eat Rabbit Meat. Also, about 80% of South Africa’s rabbit meat is destined for export markets while only 20% consumed domestically as at 2020.
Do rabbits pee alot?
On average rabbits will drink 50-150 ml/kg/day, so a large 5 kg rabbit will normally drink up to 750 ml each day, so anything over that could be abnormal. Similarly, normal urine production is about 120-130 ml/kg/day, so a large 5 kg rabbit will urinate as much as 650 ml per day, so anything over that may be abnormal.
Do bunnies like to cuddle?
Yes. Generally, most rabbits enjoy being cuddled and stroked when approached in the right way. Few like being held or carried as being so high up from the ground makes them feel insecure, however, many will happily sit on your lap or snuggle up next to you for a cuddle.
How long can a rabbit be left alone?
Generally, rabbits are not specifically independent animals , so they can’t be left on their own for more than two days. However, if it is just a weekend or a working day, you can make sure they get everything they need, so in this case you can spend time away from home without worrying too much about their health.
