Identify the rabbit and its parts, explain the functions of its fur and ears, discuss sexing, name an endo-parasite, and list reasons for rearing rabbits.

a) (i) The illustrated animal is a rabbit.

a) (ii) The labeled parts are:
I: Eye
II: Nose
III: Mouth
IV: Whiskers
V: Fur
VI: Foreleg
VII: Long Ears
VIII: Back
IX: Rump

b) (i)

• Function of part V (Fur): Provides insulation to keep the rabbit warm.
• Function of part VII (Long Ears): Used for hearing and thermoregulation (dissipating heat).

b) (ii) One management practice carried out on part IX (Rump) is sexing (determining the gender of the rabbit).

c) (i) Two advantages of sexing (practice carried out in IX):

• It allows for controlled breeding and genetic selection.
• It helps in preventing unwanted pregnancies and overcrowding.

c) (ii) One endo-parasite that infests rabbits is Coccidia.

d) (i) One way of controlling Coccidia is by administering anti-coccidial drugs or maintaining strict hygiene.

d) (ii) Two reasons why rabbits are reared:

• For meat production, as rabbit meat is a good source of protein.
• For fur production, which can be used in textiles.