Angora wool

Angora rabbits produce coats in a variety of colours, from white through tan, grey, and brown to black.

They have the most halo and warmth, but can felt very easily through abrasion and humidity and can be excessively warm in a finished garment.

Commercial knitting yarns typically use 30–50% angora, in order to produce some halo, warmth, and softness without the side effects of excessive felting.

[citation needed] There are four different types of Angora recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders' Association: English, French, Satin, and Giant.

A PETA Asia investigation reported that rabbits scream in pain as their fur is violently ripped out every three months, leaving them shocked and motionless in filthy cages.

With no legal protections, the rabbits endure raw, inflamed feet, eye infections, and extreme psychological distress.

[4] In 2013, several clothing retailers suspended the sourcing of products containing angora wool after video evidence surfaced of live rabbits with their paws tied being plucked raw in Chinese fur farms.

Major retailers that banned angora products in response to welfare concerns include Hugo Boss, Gap Inc., Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, H&M and Esprit.

[5] In September 2016, French animal rights charity One Voice released disturbing footage from six angora rabbit farms across France.

The videos depict the animals being pinned down with their front and hind legs spread apart, while workers pluck and rip the fur from their skin.