Wild Rabbit Control

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Wild rabbits cause significant damage to local environments. They destroy vegetation, contribute to erosion, compete with livestock and native wildlife for food and shelter, and pose an ongoing biosecurity risk.

As a landholder, you are responsible for managing rabbit populations on your property.

Rabbit control activities include:

  • undertaking both primary and supplementary pest animal control
  • destroying warrens and known harbour (eg piles of old logs or bricks, dense weed infestation, or clearing under old buildings)
  • participating in coordinated pest animal control programs (eg baiting or shooting)
  • keeping pet rabbits secure and euthanising unwanted pet rabbits.

Need More Information?

For support and guidance on rabbit control, contact your Local Land Services or visit the Local Land Services Website.

For help choosing the best rabbit control method, visit the Rabbit Control Decision Tool website. 

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