* Underground burrows: The most common location. Mother rabbits dig burrows for protection and to keep the kits warm.
* Above ground: Sometimes in a shallow depression under a bush, in a pile of leaves, or even in a garden shed for camouflage.
Key points to remember:
* Kits are very vulnerable: They are born blind and hairless, and rely heavily on their mother for protection and nourishment.
* Mother rabbits only visit their kits a few times a day: This is to minimize scent and avoid attracting predators.
* Don't touch or disturb a nest: If you find a nest, it's best to leave it alone. Approaching it can scare the mother rabbit and cause her to abandon her young.
If you see a baby rabbit on its own, it's best to leave it alone. The mother rabbit will likely return, and interfering could actually harm the kit.