A List of the Different Breeds of Rabbits Rabbit breeds are
notably different varieties of domestic rabbit created through
selective breeding or natural selection. List of Rabbit Breeds:
See also: Types of Rabbits This is an incomplete list. It may
never be fully completed or, depending on its nature, it may be
that it can never be complete. However, new and revised entries
in the list are always welcome. The Alaska breed ranges from six
to eight pounds in size. The only color currently accepted by
the ARBA is black. Alaska rabbits were originally bred for their
fur, originating in Germany from Argente and Himalayan rabbits.
The Angora is one of the oldest types of domestic rabbit,
originating in Turkey. They are bred largely for their wool,
which may be removed by shearing or plucking (gently pulling
There are five individual breeds of Angora rabbits: English -
Rabbits of this breed are adorned with what are called
"furnishings," growths of wool on the tips of the ears and front
feet. They are gentle in natu