Those wild photos of horned rabbits in Fort Collins have a surprising backstory—turns out, these so-called ‘demon bunnies’ aren’t supernatural at all. Scientists say the creepy growths are caused by Shope papillomavirus, a virus that’s been around for ages and even inspired the legendary jackalope myth. While the warty horns look scary, experts assure us the virus is harmless to humans and pets, and most rabbits recover just fine. It’s a fascinating reminder of how nature can spark folklore and even help us understand human diseases. Have you spotted any of these rabbits around town? #Science #Colorado #Wildlife