Champagne d'Argent (Rabbit) — FarmPal

One of the oldest rabbit breeds, documented since 1631. Born solid black, they develop their stunning silver coat over 6 months. Excellent dual-purpose breed with rich, flavorful meat.

Origin
Champagne, France
Conservation Status
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Traits

9-12 lbs mature
Silver coat (born black)
Ancient breed (400+ years)
Good meat quality
Calm
Heritage

✓ Pros

  • •Beautiful silver coat
  • •Rich, flavorful meat
  • •Historic breed
  • •Good mothers
  • •Hardy and long-lived

✗ Cons

  • •Moderate growth rate
  • •Coat color takes months to develop
  • •Can be hard to find quality stock

Housing Requirements

Space
Wire cage: minimum 30" × 36" per doe, 24" × 30" per buck. Colony: 4-6 sq ft per rabbit minimum. Pasture tractor: 4-8 sq ft per rabbit.
Fencing
Wire cages: 14-gauge welded wire with 1" × 1/2" floor (or solid floor with bedding). Colony: buried wire or solid walls to prevent digging out. Predator protection is critical rabbits are prey animals.