What should one look for to identify signs of rabbit damage?

Identifying signs of rabbit damage involves looking for specific characteristics that indicate their feeding habits. The presence of bare patches of grass and angular cuts in plants is a strong indicator of rabbit activity. Rabbits tend to feed on herbaceous plants and young shoots, often leaving behind irregularly shaped edges where they have nibbled on foliage. These bite marks typically appear at a height that is easily accessible to rabbits, which is generally within a few inches off the ground.

In contrast, while scattered droppings can indicate the presence of rabbits, they are not definitive proof of damage and can be found even if the rabbits are just passing through. Dirt mounds may suggest the presence of other wildlife, such as voles or groundhogs, and scratching on trees is more characteristic of tree damage caused by species like deer or insects. Therefore, the clear visual signs of bare patches and angular cuts in plants provide the most direct evidence of rabbit feeding habits.