A rctic Hare : Lives in Arctic regions including North America and Greenland; has white fur during winter for hiding purposes. Snowshoe Hare : Lives in North America; has large paws, and its furs change seasonally. HARE definition: 1. an animal like a large rabbit that can run very fast and has long ears 2. to run or go very…. Learn more. However, there are five leporid species with " hare " in their common names which are not considered true hares: the hispid hare (Caprolagus hispidus), and four species known as red rock hares (Pronolagus). Learn how to distinguish between hares and rabbits based on their size, ears, feet, appearance, diet, habitat, and behavior. See a comparison chart, a video, and some trivia about these lagomorphs.
