Summer:
* Green vegetation: They primarily feed on grasses, herbs, leaves, and twigs of deciduous trees like aspen, birch, and willow.
* Flowers: They enjoy a variety of wildflowers and berries.
* Bark: They may eat the bark of young trees, especially during times of scarcity.
Winter:
* Twigs and bark: They heavily rely on twigs and bark of coniferous trees like spruce, fir, and pine.
* Buds: They also eat buds from these trees.
* Lichens and mosses: These become a significant part of their diet during winter.
Other food sources:
* Mushrooms: They may consume mushrooms when available.
* Fruit: Occasionally, they may eat berries and other fruits.
* Roots: They may dig up roots in search of food.
Adaptation for winter:
* Taiga rabbits have special adaptations to survive the harsh winter. Their fur changes color from brown in summer to white in winter, providing camouflage in the snowy environment.
* They also have large, fur-covered feet that act as snowshoes, allowing them to move easily on top of the snow.
Note: The specific diet of taiga rabbits may vary depending on their location, the availability of food, and the specific season.