Instructions
At a Distance
Look at the bunny's overall shape. A doe generally has a head and body that is rounder than a buck's.
Compare body sizes. Does are usually larger than bucks.
Look for a fold of skin under the bunny's chin. Does of medium to large breeds have this fold, called a dewlap. However, not all breeds have this fold.
Look for testicles between the rabbit's legs, a telltale sign that it is a male.
If you still can't determine the sex of the bunny but can get close enough to pick it up, follow the next steps.
Close Inspection
Get a firm grasp of the rabbit and turn it over on its back with its legs pointing towards you, making sure its feet are above its head.
If you see nipples, the bunny is a female. However, just because there are no nipples does not mean it is a male. Further inspection is required.
Once the bunny relaxes, use one hand to firmly grip it and the other to gently separate its hind legs.
Look for two openings near the base of the tail. The furthest opening from the tail contains the genitals.
Use your index finger and thumb to apply pressure to either side of the genitals.
Closely inspect the protrusion.
If you see a tubular shape that is light pink and features a rounded tip with a small round opening, you have a male.
If the protrusion looks like a slanted oval and features a slit rather than a round opening, you have a female.
How to Tell the Difference Between a Girl & a Boy Bunny
Whether you're an aspiring animal tracker or just looking for a new pet, you don't need to be a rabbit expert to tell the difference between a boy and girl bunny. Once bunnies are older than about a month, you can often see at a distance the distinguishing features of female does and male bucks. If the bunny is young or you can't tell but can get up close, you can determine the sex of a rabbit quickly.