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| About the Flemish Giant: |
During the 16th and 17th century, Dutch Traders may have brought back giant Patagonia Rabbits from the Argentine Republic to Europe. The large rabbits of Flanders were well known at the time and may have been cross bred with the Patagonian. The name Flemish comes from Flanders. But because the Flemish exhibits the same body type and appearance as the Patagonian, it seems obvious that our favorite Giant is decended from the wild Argentine rabbit. There is no verifiable record of the Flemish Giant Rabbit until 1860. Travelers from Flanders spoke of the giant rabbits raised in that country. English rabbit breeders, raising the typical 7-8 lb. rabbit, were having trouble meeting the demand for rabbit meat in their country. So some of these "Giants" were imported to England and it was only a matter of time before they began showing up at local rabbit shows. The original Flemish Giant was typically impressive in size, about 14 lb., and of a dirty iron grey color with sandy or white bars on the legs and long ears with bent tips.
Today Flemish Giants are a popular breed to show and own as pets.
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| Information Provided By: Wikipedia |
| Photo Provided By: National Federation of Flemish Giant Rabbit Breeders |
| Official Website: National Federation of Flemish Giant Rabbit Breeders |
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