Cecotropes (also caecotropes, cecotrophs, caecotrophs, cecal pellets, soft feces, or night feces) are a nutrient-filled package created in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract that is expelled and eaten …

Dec 20, 2023 · A key feature of their dietary adaptation is the production of cecotropes—special droppings that rabbits consume directly from the anus before digestion. Unlike regular waste …

Cecotropes are the second type of rabbit dropping that they need to re-ingest in order to gain proteins and nutrients from their high-fiber diet. Most of the time, rabbits will eat these …

What are cecotropes? Cecotropes, also called 'night feces' or 'soft feces,' are the material resulting from the fermentation of food in a part of the digestive system called the 'cecum.' …

Oct 4, 2024 · Cecotropes, also referred to as night feces, are a specific kind of poop that is different than regular rabbit stools. Cecotropes are softer, stickier, and are usually not even …

A rabbit suffering from cecal dysbiosis will produce cecotropes that are mushy, pasty or even liquid. They are usually quite foul-smelling, and often stick to the bunny’s back end in great, …

Feb 11, 2025 · Cecotropes, often referred to as night droppings or cecal pellets, are a unique and vital component of a rabbit’s digestive process. They are not simply waste products, but rather …

Mar 13, 2025 · Understanding why rabbits produce cecotropes, and what causes an overproduction or the failure to consume them, is crucial for every rabbit owner. In essence, …

Mar 19, 2025 · Cecotropes, on the other hand, are nutrient-rich, soft, moist, and grape-like clusters that rabbits produce and re-ingest as part of their digestive process. The fundamental …

Cecal pellets, or cecotropes, are eliminated from the body but carry vital nutrients and beneficial bacteria and fungi that help the rabbit maintain healthy digestion. They are dark brown, glossy …