Warren (domestic) facts for kids
A domestic warren is a special, man-made place where people raise domestic rabbits. These enclosed areas are used to keep rabbits for their meat and fur. Think of it like a farm, but just for rabbits!
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What is a Domestic Warren?
A domestic warren is a controlled environment built by humans. It's designed to house and breed rabbits. People have used these warrens for a very long time. They help manage rabbit populations for food and other products.
Why Were Domestic Warrens Used?
In the past, domestic warrens were very important. They provided a steady supply of rabbit meat. Rabbit fur was also used for clothing and other items. Raising rabbits in a controlled warren was more efficient than hunting wild rabbits. It ensured a reliable source of food and materials.
How Were Domestic Warrens Built?
Domestic warrens were often made from mounds of earth. These mounds were called "pillow mounds." They had tunnels and burrows inside where rabbits could live safely. The mounds were usually surrounded by fences or walls. This kept the rabbits in and predators out. These structures helped keep the rabbits healthy and easy to manage.
Warrens Today
The idea of a "warren" has changed over time. Today, the term can sometimes describe a large group of animals living together. For example, people might talk about a prairie dog warren. This shows how the word has grown to mean any crowded animal living space. However, the original domestic warren was always about raising rabbits.
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A modern view of a medieval pillow mound in England. This was a type of domestic rabbit warren.
