An enormous rabbit has taken the internet by storm after making an appearance in a video that was shared on Twitter. Some people are even comparing its size to that of a small human or a capybara.
The video, which was uploaded on August 11 by a Twitter user with the handle @Rainmaker1973, features the gigantic rabbit being lifted by a man named Donizete Teixeira Barbosa.
Donizete, who is a zootechnician, veterinarian, and breeder of Flemish Giant rabbits in Brazil, has several social media accounts that offer a peek into how these bunnies are cared for.
With nearly 500,000 followers on TikTok and 270,000 on Instagram – both accounts go by the name Coelho Gigante Dois Irmãos, which translates to ‘Giant Rabbit Two Brothers’ – these oversized herbivores have become a popular topic of conversation.
In the short seven-second video on Twitter, Donizete’s hands appear incredibly small as he lifts the giant rabbit to display its impressive size.
A video featuring a Flemish Giant rabbit on Twitter has stunned viewers, with many comparing its size to that of a small human or a capybara. The user @Rainmaker1973 reposted the TikTok video by Donizete and included a caption translating the Brazilian’s statement, revealing that male Flemish Giant rabbits can weigh up to 22 pounds, while females can reach up to 20 pounds. These fluffy giants can grow to be 2.5 feet long.
Some viewers were so astonished by the rabbit’s size that they tried to liken it to other animals. One person thought it looked like a kangaroo, while another mistook it for a baby capybara. Despite its enormous size, one individual found the rabbit even more endearing, commenting that it was still adorable as a larger-sized bunny.
Many viewers marveled at the rabbit’s size, with some humorously comparing it to a small human. Some joked about using the rabbit for pest control, suggesting it could help with weed management in fields.
Some individuals were astonished by the sheer size of the adorable giant rabbit, with some people even joking about using it as a guard against other animals. One person humorously commented, “Can I borrow him? I need to stop my dog from chasing rabbits, lol.” Another user, feeling a bit spooked by the rabbit’s size, said, “Wow, that’s one big rabbit! If I saw that in the dark, I would definitely run!”
Reportedly, Flemish Giant rabbits are recognized as the largest breed globally, with a male named Darius holding a world record of over 4 feet in length and weighing 22kg. Their diet mainly consists of fresh hay and protein pellets to keep up with their massive appetites, along with treats like carrot tops, apples, bell peppers, and bananas.
In June 2023, TikTok users were taken aback by a video showing what appeared to be a ‘mutant pigeon’ with long legs and a puffed chest. However, it was later revealed that this unique bird was simply a specific breed with distinct features.
