🐰 FOUND 👀 The latest rediscovery as part of Re:wild’s Search for Lost Species - meet the Omiltemi Cottontail Rabbit! 🐇 🌲 Found only in the conifer forests of Mexico’s Sierra Madre del Sur mountains, these little rabbits have smaller ears and short black tails, much different from other cottontails, whose tails are fluffy and white. After being lost to science for over 120 years, local communities have helped scientists locate and better understand this mysterious species. 👏 Scientists hope to continue to work with local communities to protect Omiltemi Cottontail Rabbits and ensure this species is never lost to science again! 🟢 Tap the link in bio for everything #LostSpecies ⬅️ The Omiltemi Cottontail Rabbit is one of the most wanted lost species by Re:wild’s Search for Lost Species, which is supported by itiscolossal Foundation. #ConservationMatters #ConservationOptimism #RediscoverHope #SearchforLostSpecies