I am not positive on the type of hyde used as I am no expert in furs. Possibly rabbit? It is incredibly soft. I have had this bag for at least 10 years and loved it dearly but used it rarely in fear of damaging it. ❗️Shown in 2nd to last photo, hyde is coming up from the bag on the back side. ❗️ OBO on price, very open to offers to find it a new home