Rabbits Breeds - Harlequin

Breed Slogan	The Royal Jester
Showroom Groups	Japanese, Magpie
Varieties	Black,Blue,Chocolate,Lilac
Weight	Junior Bucks: Minimum weight 3.25 pounds, not over 7.5 pounds Junior Does: Minimum weight 3.25 pounds, not over 8 pounds Senior Bucks: 6.5-9 pounds, ideal 7.5 pounds Senior Does: 7-9.5 pounds, ideal 8 pounds
Appearance	Harlequins are one of the more unique and striking looking rabbits. They have alternating bands of color, resulting in their breed slogan the jester of the rabbit world.
Coat Type	Harlequins have flyback fur
General Personality	Harlequins are generally a docile animal.

General Type....10
Fur.............15
Color...........15	Quality of Color Clarity of Color	5 10
Markings........60	Body & Chest Head & Ears Feet & Legs	20 20 20
Condition........5
TOTAL POINTS....100

Country of Orgin	France
Founder	Unknown
Brief History	The harlequin originated in France. It was first shown in France in 1887. They started as a cross between Dutch and another breed, and originally looked like a poorly marked dutch. They have been shown in the US since the 1920's. They were most recently accepted back into the ARBA in 1973 in Detroit.
Year of ARBA Acceptance	1973
Conservation Status	The Harlequin is currently not at risk

National Club	American Harlequin Rabbit Club
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