A group of rabbits can be called by several different collective nouns, depending on the context. Here are some of the most common names for a group of rabbits:
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Colony: This term is typically used to refer to a group of wild rabbits living together, often in burrow systems known as warrens. It signifies the social nature of rabbits, who often live together and share resources.
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Fluffle: Another popular name for a group of rabbits is a fluffle, which is derived from the word fluffy, describing the soft fur of rabbits. This term can also refer to a group of young or baby rabbits, who are also called bunnies.
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Herd: The term herd is commonly used to describe a group of domesticated animals, such as cows or buffalo. With rabbits, it is commonly used to describe a group reared for livestock.
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Litter: This term is commonly used to describe a group of rabbit kits. Babies are born in litters of around 5 rabbits on average.
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Nest: Used to describe a ‘family’ of rabbits that live together, in the same burrow.
Other collective nouns used to describe a group of rabbits include bury, trip, warren, bevy, drove, and trace.
