Meet Jack | Douglas, WY - Official Website
WEBDouglas, Wyoming is the one, true home of the rare, mysterious and elusive fearsome Jackalope, also known as the “warrior or killer rabbit”, as trademarked by the State of Wyoming in 1965 and officially designated by the State in 1985.
Jackalope - Wikipedia
WEBJackalope is a portmanteau of jackrabbit and antelope. Jackrabbits are actually hares, rather than rabbits, though both are mammals in the family Leporidae. Wyoming is home to three species of hares, all in the genus Lepus. These are the black-tailed jackrabbit, the white-tailed jackrabbit, and the snowshoe hare. [2]
The Legend of the Jackalope | Douglas, WY - Official Website
WEBAlthough Big Foot, the Loch Ness Monster, and other creatures of disputed existence have gained more scientific attention, residents of this small eastern Wyoming community thought enough of the jackalope to erect an eight-foot statue of it in the middle of town.
Jackalopes of Wyoming – Myth or Reality? - Legends of America
WEBThe jackalope was first encountered by John Colter, one of the first white men to enter what would one day be the State of Wyoming. They also allegedly possess an uncanny ability to mimic human sounds and when chased will use these abilities to elude capture.
Former World's Largest Jackalope – Douglas, Wyoming - Atlas …
WEBAug 1, 2017 · There’s a lot of love for the mythical jackalope in Douglas, Wyoming. As the unofficial birthplace of the big-eared, horned creature from North American folklore, Douglas is the self-proclaimed...
The Jackalope: The Legend Of The Horned Rabbit - All That's …
WEBJul 22, 2024 · Ever since Douglas Herrick came up with the jackalope in 1932, his hometown of Douglas, Wyoming has embraced the creature as its own. Not only does the town have at least two jackalope statues, but the creature also appears across the city — everywhere from park benches to fire trucks.
What is a Jackalope? Creature Amazes Visitors of Douglas, Wyoming
WEBJul 3, 2023 · For something a little different, visitors spend time in Douglas, Wyoming, learning about the noteworthy jackalope. First created in 1934, Ralph and Doug Herrick combined a taxidermied jackrabbit and a deer’s antlers to piece together a version of this one-of-a-kind creature.
Does the Jackalope Really Roam the State of Wyoming?
WEBJul 24, 2023 · Roy Ball of Douglas, Wyoming, bought the original mounted jackalope off the Herricks for $10. After being displayed at a hotel Ball owned, the stuffed masterpiece was stolen in 1977. The thief was never caught. Yet the …
The Legend of the Jackalope — Live WYld Magazine
WEBMay 1, 2022 · Learn more about the legend of the Jackalope and how the mythic creature originated. Jackalopes are an iconic symbol of Wyoming. Does the Jackalope actually exist?
Discovering the Legend of the Jackalope - Travel Wyoming
WEBDiscovering the Legend of the Jackalope. Did you know that Douglas, Wyoming is known as Jackalope City? There are lots plenty of great jackalope-themed activities to participate in and sites to see.