The Jackalope: An Examination of the Species

We found a lovely little explanation of some of the odd behaviors of the elusive Jackalope today at the Museum of Hoaxes. They seem to know a bit about the animal's behavior. An excerpt:

The jackalope is an aggressive species, willing to use its antlers to fight. Thus, it is also sometimes called the "warrior rabbit."

Jackalopes possess an uncanny ability to mimic human sounds. In the old West, when cowboys would gather by their campfires to sing at night, jackalopes would frequently be heard singing back, mimicking the voices of the cowboys. Jackalopes become especially vocal before thunderstorms, perhaps because they mate only when lightning flashes (or so it is theorized).

When chased, the jackalope will use its vocal abilities to elude capture. For instance, when chased by people it will call out phrases such as, "There he goes, over there," in order to throw pursuers off its track. The best way to catch a jackalope is to lure it with whiskey, as they have a particular fondness for this drink. Once intoxicated, the animal becomes slower and easier to hunt.

If you're thinking of a run to West Texas you might want to give the whole thing a read, just so you'll know what to do if you encounter one of these horrid critters.