Which rabbit breed is the source of the luxury fiber called angora wool?

The Angora rabbit is the rabbit breed associated with the luxury fiber commonly called angora wool. The fiber is actually harvested from the rabbit’s long, soft coat rather than from sheep.

Angora rabbits have unusually long hair because of selective breeding. Depending on the variety, keepers collect the fiber by shearing, combing, or allowing loose wool to be plucked during moulting. Regular grooming is essential because the coat can mat easily.

Several recognized varieties exist, including English, French, Giant, and Satin Angoras. Angora fiber is valued for warmth and softness, but responsible husbandry requires careful handling and attention to coat condition, diet, and the risk of wool-block caused by ingesting loose hair.