A leporid mammal is a small, herbivorous animal that belongs to the family Leporidae, which includes rabbits, hares, and pikas. There are several synonyms for this term, including lagomorph, coney, bunny, cottontail, jackrabbit, and leveret, among others. Lagomorph is the scientific term for this type of mammal, while coney is an archaic term that is no longer commonly used. Bunny and cottontail are often used to describe rabbits, while jackrabbit refers to the larger species of hares. Leveret is a term used to describe a baby hare. Regardless of the term used, leporid mammals are known for their long ears, powerful hind legs, and ability to hop or run quickly to escape predators.