Typically, direct contact takes place between the heat source and the target tissues. Superficial heat is usually conductive heat (eg, hot water baths, hot packs, electric heating pads, warm compresses). Convective heating - This form of heating is produced by the movement of the transferring heating medium, usually air or a fluid.
Other animals that hunt and eat the animal. Rabbits are small mammals found naturally in Europe, South Africa, Sumatra and Japan. Rabbits are also often found in the desert regions of the Middle East where the rabbits inhabit the greener parts of the deserts where there is enough food and water for the rabbits to survive.
Lifespan of Rabbits Ordinarily, rabbits live for around 8-12 years with proper care. However, the age differs for outdoor rabbits as compared to the domesticated ones. Domesticated rabbits are known to live a slightly longer life as compared to outdoor rabbits. Rabbits are known to live for 3 to 5 years on an average in the wild. However, this number depends on the quality of the individual rabbit's life. The life expectancy of rabbits also depends on the breed. Larger breeds tend to live for a shorter time (7 to 9 years) as compared to smaller breeds (8 to 12 years). Rabbits can be affected by respiratory infections, teeth issues like overgrown teeth, inner ear infections, sore hocks, and other health issues such as West Nile virus and fly strike disease. Baby Rabbit Care. Baby rabbits have a very few needs.