'Frankenstein' Bunnies Spotted in Colorado

‘Demon’ rabbits growing hornlike warts in Colorado are no danger, scientists say

Cottontails seen in Fort Collins have mostly harmless Shope papillomavirus, which cannot be spread to other speciesA group of rabbits in Colorado with grotesque, hornlike growths may seem straight out of a low-budget horror film, but scientists say there is no reason to be spooked – the furry creatures merely have a relatively common virus.The cottontails recently spotted in Fort Collins are infected with the mostly harmless Shope papillomavirus…

"Zombie-Rabbits": Bunnies In Colorado Spotted With Bizarre Horn-Like Tentacles

The growths are not harmful to humans or pets, but it's recommended to keep a safe distance and avoid handling infected rabbits.

Colorado ‘zombie rabbit’ sightings spook the internet

The rabbits – also nicknamed “Frankenstein bunnies” – with their bizarre “horns” were once the stuff of ancient folklore.

'Frankenstein' bunnies spotted in Colorado

Several wild bunnies in Colorado have been spotted with strange “horns”. Cottontail papilloma virus (CRPV) causes tumours to grow from the rabbit’s face....

Pictures of 'zombie-rabbits' with twisting black horns go viral - so are they real?

Photos of rabbits in Colorado with black, horn-like growths around their faces have gone viral, with some describing the animals as "Frankenstein-", "zombie-" and "demon-rabbits".

Are Rabbits in Colorado Really Growing Tentacles? The Truth

Rabbits in Colorado went viral—and sparked concern—after growing black, tentacle-like horns on their head and neck. Thankfully, there’s an explanation that doesn’t involve monster bunnies.