Rabbits eat their own poop, specifically a type called cecotrophes, as part of a natural process called cecotrophy. Here’s why: \t1\tNutrient Absorption: Cecotropes are soft, nutrient-rich droppings produced in a rabbit’s cecum, a part of their digestive system. These contain essential nutrients like vitamins B and K, proteins, and fiber that the rabbit didn’t fully absorb during the first digestion. Eating them allows rabbits to extract these nutrients through a second digestion. \t2\tDigestive

Why do rabbits eat their own poop? It's essential for their health!