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What foods do wild rabbits eat? Wild bunnies prefer tender young green plants and high-protein vegetation over fibrous dry growth. They usually eat twice a day: morning and night. Wild rabbits in captivity need grass hay, pellets and leafy greens such as collard greens, watercress, Swiss chard, broccoli and kale. Wild bunnies, particularly very young ones, should never be removed from their nests, as this drastically shortens their chance of survival.
You can safely give each rabbit 1 tablespoon of non-leafy greens and 1 teaspoon of fruit per 2 pounds of body weight every day. Outdoor plants that bunnies can eat as treats include non-toxic mushrooms, bell peppers, carrots and flowers such as roses, hibiscus, dandelions and pansies. The next time you eat fruits like apples, mangoes, apricots, melons, berries or bananas, feel free to share a few bites with your bunnies.