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Rabbit Breeds - Rex
Breed Facts
| Breed Slogan | King of Rabbits |
| Showroom Varities | Amber,Black,Blue,Broken Group,Californian,Castor,Chinchilla,Chocolate,Lilac,Lynx,Opal,Otter,Red, Sable,Seal,White |
| Weight | Junior Bucks: Minimum weight 4 pounds, not over 8 pounds |
| Appearance | Rex are one of the larger 4-class rabbits. They are known for their amazing fur quality. |
| Coat Type | Rex have Rex fur |
| General Personality |
ARBA Schedule of Points
| General Type....45 | Body | 35 |
| Fur....................40 | ||
| Color..................10 | ||
| Condition...............5 | ||
| TOTAL POINTS....100 |
Breed History
| Country of Orgin | France |
| Founder | M. Amadee Gillet |
| Brief History of Rex | The rex was fur was the result of a genetic mutation that resulted in guard hairs that were no longer than the undercoat. It was first publically shown in France in 1924. The breed became very popular throughout Europe. |
| Year of ARBA Acceptance | |
| Conservation Status | Rex are currently not at risk |
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