The domestic rabbit's origins and evolution are difficult to pinpoint. It might have originated from northern Asia or, as some believe, from North America at that time, when the continents were still united, from the order of the lagomorphs, which we can date back to 45 or 55 million years ago. According to this theory, he would have traveled over the North Atlantic with other lagomorphs, including the hare, to western Europe, North Africa, and eventually the coast north of the Mediterranean, where he would have remained settled for a long time. ** The lucky rabbit ... The rabbit, according to the Celts, digs tunnels to communicate with the gods, thus its paw is a key to getting into them. It served as a deterrent to witches throughout the Middle Ages. She is bringing wonderful fortune today. It's worn on the left arm and is believed to keep you safe. In any case, all domestic rabbit breeds are descended from a single species, the European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus), often known as the wild rabbit, which evolved mostly in the Mediterranean basin, where it lived in the wild in forested regions known as warrens. Rabbit breeding has been documented since ancient Rome. It was subsequently kept in leporia, or "rabbit gardens," which were enclosed enclosures surrounded by stone walls where it could live and reproduce freely before being captured and slain if required. It is said to have arrived in France via Spain in the early Middle Ages, and then spread to England about the 12th century. It will be held in semi-captivity throughout the Middle Ages, living and proliferating in individual burrows connected by a complex network of passageways. We didn't really start domesticating it until the 16th century. The breeds are then chosen based on their coat color and texture, as well as their weight, which ranges from less than one kilogram in dwarf breeds to more than ten kilos in big varieties. The warren will be replaced with a hutch, and the rabbit will be nurtured on the farm, in the poultry yard, among the fowl. The wild branch of the species will continue to grow despite this. ** The unlucky rabbit ... The rabbit is a bad luck charm at sea. We've gone so far as to refuse to say his name or look at his picture. All of this is because, back in the days of the sailing navy, rabbits brought on board to serve as food were starved due to a lack of food. They'd reverted to using hemp fiber for ropes, sails, and waterproofing tow. The devastation was complete. Despite being raised in a variety of locations across the world, the rabbit has never played a significant part in human diet. Its lean and nutritious meat, on the other hand, might be a great source of protein in regions where there is a deficit. Unlike beef, veal, and chicken, it does not compete for food with people since it eats high-fiber foods and consumes minimal grains. Furthermore, due of its tiny carcass, it is prepared and consumed the same day it is slain. As a result, it does not require refrigeration, which is a significant benefit in nations where energy is limited and expensive. Attempts to build farms in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, on the other hand, have been largely unsuccessful. Indeed, the rabbit is susceptible to hot and humid conditions, and there are concerns that it may face the same overcrowding issues as Australia. Finally, the bond that her peaceful and compassionate attitude inspires in youngsters and their parents might play a role. As a result, rabbit production is limited to the Mediterranean basin. Fast food, on the other hand, is gaining ground in these nations, resulting in a significant drop in consumption. In North America, where farms are few, the rabbit is regarded as a delectable delicacy. Because of its higher price than chicken, it is considered a meal for the upper crust of society.