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Rabbits were a medieval royal luxury in England—until the Black Death made them commonplace

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Briefings

The provided evidence indicates that European rabbits are native to the British Isles today but were not always so, serving as a once-devastating invasive species. The text explicitly states they are not native to the British Isles and are one of the most devastating invasive species, though it does not specify the time period of their introduction or the specific historical context of their decline.

Key points

• European rabbits are not native to the British Isles and are one of the most devastating invasive species.

Context

The source article discusses the historical shift of rabbits from a rare luxury to a common sight in the British countryside, noting their invasive nature.

Limitations

The evidence is extremely sparse, providing only two sentences without dates, specific locations, or historical context regarding the introduction period.

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