"Florida Suburb Launches Hunt for New Owners as Fuzzy Invasion of Domestic Rabbits Takes Over"

A Florida suburb, Wilton Manors, is facing an invasion of lionhead rabbits, an invasive species that was illegally released by a backyard breeder. Efforts are underway to raise funds to capture, neuter, vaccinate, shelter, and find homes for the estimated 60 to 100 rabbits. The city is giving supporters time to relocate the rabbits instead of exterminating them, despite concerns about property damage and potential traffic hazards. Lionhead rabbits, not equipped to survive in Florida's environment, suffer from heat, predators, and lack of proper care. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has declined to intervene, and the city has not pursued legal action against the breeder.