Black-tailed Jack Rabbits (Lepus californicus) are large, diurnal rabbits of open areas. The large size, extremely long ears (tipped with black), and black tail serve to separate this species from cottontail rabbits.

Jackrabbits survive by listening and watching carefully for predators. As a potential predator approaches, they sit quietly in the shade of a shrub hoping not to be seen. If the predator gets too close, they will bolt from their hiding place and run long distances at great speeds. Coyotes sometimes catch jackrabbits by taking turns running the rabbit until it is too tired to outrun a rested coyote. The end of the chase is sometimes accompanied by several rounds of gleeful coyote song.

Very long legs (Mojave National Preserve).