The Donghuarabbit is currently listed as a species of special concern by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Habitat destruction, fragmentation, and degradation, as well as hunting and poaching, pose significant threats to its survival. Efforts are underway to protect the Donghuarabbit's habitat and prevent overhunting, but more research is needed to ensure the long-term conservation of this remarkable species.

These white markings are always paired with another solid color, forming the breed's distinct "Dutch pattern." The ARBA recognizes for show: Black, Blue, Chocolate, Gray, Steel, Chinchilla, and Tortoise. Historically, other colors like Lilac, Yellow, and Pale Grey have been recognized by other registries.

: It could also refer to a content creator, artist, or a community focused on donghua. Many artists and fans share their work or fan art under specific handles or names.

To understand the popularity of rabbit characters in modern donghua, one must look to Chinese folklore. The blueprint for almost every animated rabbit comes from and the Jade Rabbit (玉兔, Yùtù) .

Shifting from the physical to the digital world, "donghuarabbit" can also refer to a specific and controversial online persona: (东华田园兔). This is not an animal, but a Chinese internet celebrity known for creating content as a "male to female cross-dresser" (MTF cross-dresser) or "otokonoko". They are active on various social media and streaming platforms, including: