Rabbit

The Rabbit is a recurring creature in the Sonic the Hedgehog series. It is a breed of rabbit Animals used for raising Chao.

Description
In gameplay, Rabbits can alter the stats, appearance and personality of a Chao. These animals are usually found inside Badniks which must be destroyed to release them. When the Rabbits roam free, the player must touch them to pick them up. Also, when released, the Rabbits will have a green sphere around them which disappears shortly afterwards.

Upon entering a Chao Garden with a Rabbit, it will leave the playable character and run around the garden. Should the player give a Rabbit to a Chao, the Chao will embrace it, attaining its appearance and behavior and raising its stats according to the Rabbit's. The Rabbit will then disappear shortly after.

Sonic Adventure/Sonic Adventure DX: Director's Cut
In Sonic Adventure and Sonic Adventure DX: Director's Cut, the Rabbits can only be obtained from Badniks. Also, when brought to a Chao Garden, the Rabbits will sparkle until they have been given to a Chao. They are found in the following Action Stages:
 * Casinopolis
 * Emerald Coast
 * Final Egg
 * Speed Highway
 * Twinkle Park

Sonic Adventure 2/Sonic Adventure 2: Battle
In Sonic Adventure 2 and Sonic Adventure 2: Battle, the Rabbits can be obtained from either Badnik enemies or the second Chao Container opened in an Action Stage. They can also be hiding somewhere in the Action Stages, usually inside Cages or Pipes. They are found in the following Action Stages: