What is "tapeti"

Tapeti \Tap"e*ti\, n.; pl. Tapetis. [Braz.] (Zo["o]l.) A small South American hare ( Lepus Braziliensis).

n. A small South American cottontail rabbit ((taxlink Sylvilagus brasiliensis species noshow=1)).

The tapeti (Sylvilagus brasiliensis), also known as the Brazilian cottontail or forest cottontail, is a cottontail rabbit species. Its range extends from southern Mexico to northern Argentina. It is small to medium-sized with a small, dark tail, short hind feet, and short ears. It is classified as " Least Concern" by the IUCN.