Snowshoe Hare (IMAGE) University of Wisconsin-Madison Caption The snowshoe hare is an emblematic species of the north country, adapted to and dependent on a snowy climate. A recent study by UW-Madison researchers shows the southern boundary of the snowshoe hare's range shifting north as climate warms. Credit L. Scott Mills Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.