The rock hyrax (/ ˈ h aɪ. r æ k s /; Procavia capensis), also called dassie, Cape hyrax, rock rabbit, and (from some [3] interpretations of a word used in the King James Bible) coney, is a medium-sized terrestrial mammal native to Africa and the Middle East.

2011年8月5日 · A BBC Nature report today Hyraxes: why Israel's 'rock rabbits' have become pests, driven "back to the cliffs, just as it says in the Bible."

The Rock hyrax is also known as 'Dassie', originating from 'das' - a Dutch word, which means 'badger'. This species has a number of nicknames such as Rock rabbit, pimbi, stone badger, coney, and klipdas.

2014年1月2日 · The fuzzy rock hyrax looks like a rodent. But it's not. You'll never guess who its closest relatives are. Here are 10 fun facts about these furry animals, from Wired Science blogger Mary Bates.

2018年5月11日 · Resembling a large guinea pig with a grouchy-looking overbite, the rock hyrax is not at all what he appears. The furry creature, native to sub-Saharan Africa and the Middle East, goes by many names including "rock badger", "rock rabbit" and "dassie."

Hyraxes have a life span of nine to 14 years. Both types of "rock" hyrax (P. capensis and H. brucei) live on rock outcrops, including cliffs in Ethiopia [4] and isolated granite outcrops called koppies in southern Africa. [5]

Rock badgers, also known as hyraxes or coneys, are small, herbivorous mammals mentioned in the Bible. They are noted for their unique characteristics and behaviors, which are highlighted in several scriptural passages.

The rock hyrax or rock badger is one of the four living species of the order Hyracoidea, and the only living species in the genus "Procavia". Like all hyraxes, it is a medium-sized terrestrial mammal, superficially resembling a guinea pig with short ears and tail.

The rock hyrax, also known as the rock badger or coney, is a fascinating and unique mammal found throughout the Middle East, including in the land of Israel. This small, furry creature is often mistaken for a rodent, but it is more closely related to elephants and manatees.

The rock badger, also known as the hyrax or coney, is a small, herbivorous mammal mentioned in the Bible. It is noted for its unique characteristics and behaviors, which have been observed in the rocky terrains of the Middle East.