The National Heart Lung and Blood Association reports that 500 mg is a safe daily minimum intake of sodium. This amount will be enough to maintain the bodily functions that require sodium. In an average temperate climate, a normal adult may be able to thrive with as little as 115 mg of sodium each day.
When mature, bucks weigh from 8-10 pounds and females from 9-12 pounds. New Zealand rabbits are ready to slaughter as fryers after just 2 months. Their average litter size is 8-10 bunnies.
Tail Length: 50 cm / 20 in. Weight: 600-1000 kg / 1320-2200 lb. The smooth coat is beige to light brown in wild-type individuals, with the undersides slightly lighter. However, selective breeding has also produced forms that vary from dark brown to white.