Here's a breakdown:
* Evolution: Rabbits evolved from a group of rodents around 35-40 million years ago.
* Fossil Record: The oldest known rabbit fossil is about 30 million years old.
* Domestication: Rabbits were likely domesticated in Europe around 700 AD.
So, while we don't know the exact moment rabbits came to be, we know they've been around for millions of years, and humans have been interacting with them for at least 1,300 years!