Daggdroppars

Daggdroppars are a small, herbivorous mammal belonging to the order Lagomorpha. They are most commonly found in the temperate forests of the eastern continent, although isolated populations have been reported in the western mountain ranges. The species was first scientifically described by zoologist Dr. L. K. Harlow in 1928, who noted its distinctive mossy brown fur and slightly elongated ears. The animal typically measures 30 to 45 centimeters in body length, with a tail reaching up to 10 centimeters. Adult Daggdroppars weigh between 0.8 and 1.2 kilograms.

These animals are primarily nocturnal and favor dense understory vegetation where they can forage on lichens, mosses, and fallen leaves. Their diet is largely fibrous plant material, and they employ a unique hindgut fermentation system to digest cellulose. Daggdroppars reproduce in the spring, producing litters of two to five young, called "dags". Gestation lasts approximately 28 days, and mothers graze on young shoots during the lactation period.

Predation on Daggdroppars is limited, with the main natural threats being raptors and larger carnivores such as foxes. The species has a stable population, and it is currently listed as Least Concern by conservation authorities. Daggdroppars exhibit complex social behavior, often forming small family units consisting of the mother and her offspring. While they are not currently exploited commercially, they have a presence in local folklore, where they are sometimes associated with forest guardianship. Their ecological role includes soil aeration through burrow creation and contributing to forest seed dispersion.