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'Frankenstein' rabbits with horns or tentacles on faces are real — but there's nothing to fear
Rumors spread online that rabbits infected with a virus that creates a tentacle-like growth on their faces were "invading" the U.S.
Why are Colorado rabbits growing tentacles and horns?
As weird and concerning as they appear, the virus that causes the dark, wart-like horns or tentacles to grow on cottontail rabbits is relatively common and usually not anything to worry about, CPW
'Frankenstein rabbits' emerging with black horns on face, neck. Are there any in Ohio?
Other states have reported 'Frankenstein rabbits,' with black horns coming from bunnies' faces and necks. But are there any hopping around Ohio?
Rabbits are sprouting virus-induced "horns" in Colorado. Here's why scientists say there's no reason to panic.
Viral photos have inspired a fluffle of unflattering nicknames, including "Frankenstein bunnies," "demon rabbits" and "zombie rabbits."
Rabbits with ‘horns’ in Colorado are being called ‘Frankenstein bunnies.’ Here’s why
A group of rabbits in Colorado with grotesque, hornlike growths may seem straight out of a low-budget horror film, but scientists say there’s no reason to be spooked — the furry creatures merely have a relatively common virus.
Colorado rabbits seem to be growing horns and tentacles. What's behind ‘Frankenstein' bunnies?
The growths are most likely caused by a summertime virus common in some U.S. states, but wildlife officials say there is no risk of transmission to humans or other animals.
What to Know About the Horned 'Zombie' Rabbits Hopping Around Colorado
Colorado Parks and Wildlife: Scary-looking rabbits were hopping around Fort Collins. These weren’t your standard cute, fluffy bunnies; they had horn-like growths protruding from their faces and bodies.
Rabbits with ‘horns’ in Colorado are going viral. Here’s what to know.
Viral photos have inspired a plethora of unflattering nicknames, including “Frankenstein bunnies,” “demon rabbits,” and “zombie rabbits.”
Rabbits with ‘tentacles’ spotted in Colorado
Some rabbits spotted in Fort Collins, Colorado, appear to have growths or tentacles coming out of their heads, which Colorado Parks and Wildlife confirms is a type of virus. KUSA’s Amanda Gilbert reports.
Virus creating 'tentacle' rabbits in Colorado
A strange phenomenon has captured attention in northern Colorado: Rabbits with horn-like growths, dubbed "tentacle rabbits."
Illness causing northern Colorado rabbits to sprout growths on their heads
A group of rabbits in northern Colorado are sprouting growths, and it looks like something out of a horror film. The papillomavirus causes wart-like growths to protrude from the rabbits' faces, and infections often peak in the summer months during tick season.

Freaky ‘Frankenstein’ rabbits have been spotted in these 2 states: ‘They’re all over here’

The grotesque “Frankenstein”-esque rabbits — once just a Colorado curiosity — are now turning up in Minnesota and Nebraska, their furry faces sprouting grotesque horn- and tentacle-like growths ...

What are these rabbits with “tentacles?”

STEVENS POINT, Wis. (WSAW) - Photos of Colorado rabbits with tentacle and antler-like growths have become popular this summer. It’s caused by Shope papilloma virus. A population of rabbits with this ...

Rabbits dubbed as 'Frankenstein bunnies' on social media spotted in western Washington

SEATTLE — The "Frankenstein bunnies" have been making waves across social media in the U.S. Recently, one rabbit potentially ...

‘Frankenstein’ rabbits with horrifying spikes growing from their heads are invading the US — and experts warn to stay away

A rapidly spreading virus is causing cottontail rabbits to grow black, tentacle-like growths out of their heads, prompting ...

What is the Shope Papilloma Virus That Rabbits in Colorado Are Spotted With? Should Humans Be Worried?

A disturbing virus is sweeping through bunnies in Colorado in the US, turning them into nightmarish ''Frankenstein'-looking ...

Virus creating mutant rabbits — like something out of ‘The Last of Us’

There’s something funny going on with bunnies in the state of Colorado, as black tentacles appear to be growing out of the ...
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Zombie Rabbits With Terrifying Horn-Covered Faces Found in US: Experts Warn of Deadly Virus Behind Shocking Mutations

The growths are caused by a rare virus named Shope papilloma virus. The virus leads to wart-like skin protrusions on rabbits' ...