Lepus Europaeus, commonly known as European hare, is a species of hare found in Europe and parts of Asia. There are several synonyms for this species; some of the commonly used ones are Lepus capensis, Cape hare, and brown hare. Lepus granatensis, Granada hare, and Iberian hare are also synonyms for this species, but they refer to specific populations found in certain regions. Other synonyms for European hare include Lepus timidus and Sea-lepus, but these refer to different species of hares. The European hare is a popular game animal and is also revered in folklore and mythology.