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Rabbit

Low concern

Lean white meat with high protein and low saturated fat. Wild rabbit can transmit tularemia (Francisella tularensis) and should be cooked thoroughly; commercial rabbit meat is regulated as poultry-like under USDA voluntary inspection.

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What it is

Meat from domestic or wild rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus / Lepus species).

Whole-food protein source consumed roasted, braised, or stewed.

Why it's flagged

What regulators actually say

"Tularemia is most common in rabbits and rodents; people can get tularemia by handling infected animals or eating undercooked meat."

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Domestic rabbit meat regulated under USDA voluntary inspection (9 CFR Part 354).

European Union — EFSA

Whole food meat; subject to general food hygiene regulation (EC) 853/2004.

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