The Vienna Blue rabbit is a medium-sized breed that originated in Austria in the late 1800s, developed for fine fur suited to the meat and fur trade. It features distinctive blue-grey shiny fur, a well-muscled cylindrical body, and a smoothly sloping back. The breed is known for being docile, friendly, and adaptable to human interaction.
Vienna Blue rabbits usually weigh between 3.5 and 5.4 kilograms (approximately 8 to 12 pounds), with an ideal weight range around 4.25 to 5.25 kilograms.
The average lifespan of Vienna Blue rabbits is between 8 to 10 years, with some individuals living up to 10 years.
Vienna Blue rabbits are typically docile, placid, and friendly. They adapt well to human interaction and, with patience, can be litter-trained.