Blanc de Termonde
The Blanc de Termonde is breed of domestic rabbit that originated in Belgium[1] It was developed from Flemish Giant and Beveren stock,[2] originally for commercial meat production.
The Blanc de Termonde is an albino rabbit; therefore, its coat is white and its eyes are pink ("ruby-eyed white"). It weighs 4.0–5.5 kilograms (8.8–12.1 lb).[1]
This breed is currently recognised by the British Rabbit Council (BRC),[3] by whom it is designated as rare. This breed is not currently recognised by the American Rabbit Breeders Association.[4] In Italy, this breed is known as the Bianco di Termonde and is considered rare.[1]
The Blanc de Termonde's diet should consist of mostly grass hay supplemented with leafy greens and a small amount of commercial rabbit pellets.[5]
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References
[edit]- ^ a b c Corridone, Roberto. "Bianco di Termonde - Blanc de Termonde". Istruzione agraria online ("Agricultural Education Online") (in Italian). Atlante delle razze di Conigli ("Atlas of Rabbit Breeds"). Retrieved 21 November 2022.
- ^ Brown, Meg; Richardson, Virginia (1 April 2002). Rabbitlopaedia: A Complete Guide to Rabbit Care (pbk ed.). Ringpress Books Ltd. p. 119. ISBN 978-1860541827.
- ^ "Breed Standards 2021-2025" (PDF). British Rabbit Council. Retrieved 21 November 2022.
- ^ "ARBA Recognized Breeds". American Rabbit Breeders Association. Retrieved 21 November 2022.
- ^ Bates, Ashley (25 July 2022). "Blanc de Termonde: Facts, Lifespan, Behavior & Care Guide (with Pictures)". Petkeen. Retrieved 21 November 2022.
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