Colorado Rabbits Develop Horns and Tentacles Due to Virus

Rabbits in Colorado are developing horn-like growths and tentacles due to the Shope papilloma virus, which causes benign, horn-shaped keratin growths. This phenomenon has sparked social media interest and is linked to the myth of the jackalope in Wyoming, a legendary creature possibly inspired by infected rabbits. Experts confirm the virus is harmless to humans and not a threat to local wildlife, though it has fueled local folklore and tourism.