i would have to take a guess at this one and say yes aslong as its rather tough to snap. if i remember right 26 gauge wire is rather thin. I use 20 gauge wire 0.8mm and finding it a little to thick for anything smaller than a fox but 24 gauge is the lowest i would probably go.
ive been taught though that the thinner the wire the better as long as it can take the strain. The U.S and British army both carry 24 gauge wire in their survival kits for multiple purposes, snaring being one of them.
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No, 26 gauge wire may be too thin to effectively trap a rabbit without causing unnecessary harm. It is recommended to use at least 22 gauge wire for constructing rabbit snares to ensure efficiency and humane trapping.
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