In the Middle Ages in Europe, massive plague epidemics killed millions of people. Plague has not been eliminated. It can still be found in Africa, Asia, and South America. Today, plague is rare in the United States. But it has been known to occur in parts of California, Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico. The three most common forms of plague are: Bubonic plague, an infection of the lymph nodes.
Dear Herb, Lucky bunnies to have landed in your yard! :). Cottontail rabbits start to wander from their nest at the age of about 2-3 weeks, but will stay in the yard for longer, depending on how hospitable the environment is. If you don't see them in the nest, don't assume that you still couln't hit one with the mower as it hides in the grass, hoping to stay out of sight.
Taking care of baby rabbits -- The rabbit nest box comes out of the cage between Days 12 to 18, and no later. The rabbit nest box comes out the moment a bunny hops out all by itself. This little doe-kit was 15 days old when she hopped out of the nest box.