Eastern Cottontails use camouflage:Eastern cottontails have a variety of predators. Their greyish brown fur allows them to easily camouflage and blend in with its surrounding environment. This camouflage offers protection from being spotted by a predator.
This little one was munching grass by the front doorstep when I came out with my camera. It tucked itself into the forsythia bush branches to try to elude me. My 300mm found him. I left quickly to not stress him more, but they, (there are relatives!) actually seem quite comfortable around us.
For the Record,
This day came in with a beautiful sunrise and warm temperatures.
I retired from public school teaching after happily spending twenty eight years playing in Kindergarten. Now I fill my days watching cat antics, taking endless...
