Vienna Marked (VM)
These rabbits display partial white markings caused by the gene. Common features include:

  • White nose or blaze

  • White feet or chest

  • Blue or partially blue eyes

Each VM rabbit is unique—no two patterns are exactly the same.

Blue-Eyed White (BEW)
A rabbit with two copies of the Vienna gene. These rabbits are:

  • Completely white

  • Have bright blue eyes

  • Highly sought after for their clean, striking appearance

Vienna Carrier (VC)
A rabbit that carries the Vienna gene but shows no visible markings. These rabbits can still pass the gene to their offspring.

  • The Vienna gene is a recessive color gene in rabbits that affects pigment in both the coat and eyes, often producing blue eyes and unique white markings. A rabbit with one copy of the gene may be a Vienna carrier (showing no visible signs) or Vienna marked (VM), displaying features like a white nose, paws, or partial blue eyes. When a rabbit inherits two copies, it becomes a Blue-Eyed White (BEW), appearing completely white with bright blue eyes. One of the most unique aspects of the Vienna gene is its unpredictability—some rabbits show clear markings while others carry it invisibly. Because of this, careful and intentional breeding is important when working with Vienna lines.