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Instinct, they have special muscles that move the ears.
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Can rabbits hear well?
The most important factor for a rabbit's hearing is the science behind the shape of their long ears. Rabbits move their ears back and forth to generate acoustics that in turn bounce sound waves off objects. Doing this allows rabbits to maneuver effectively in their environment by allowing them to acquire a strong instinct for where things are in their environment.
Why do rabbits turn there ears?
Rabbits are lagomorphs which means they have large back feet, gnawing teeth, and large ears. Since they have large ears, they can hear all the sounds around them. Whenever a rabbit hears a sound, his or her ears turn in that direction. It's their instinct. When all rabbits were wild, they depended on their sound catching ears! So coyotes or another predator could be detected before the coyote has some fast food!
How do pigs move their ears and tails?
There are small muscles and sinews that connects to ears and tail which allows them to move when the pig wants to.
Does color affect how rabbits move?
It doesn't
What do rabbits look like?
Rabbits are small fluffy animals from the family of Lymph's. (not Rodents as many people think)Generally, they have long ears, either pointing up or "lopping" downwards. 4 legs with 5 claws on each front foot and 4 longer claws on their large flat back feet. Sloping backs down to small "bun" style tails. (hence the name bunnies).Rabbits have large eyes on the side of their heads, either brown or less frequently blue or grey. They have remnant front teeth with a "twitching nose" above.Many rabbits have what is called a "dewlap" blow their chin and down over their chests. These resemble double chins and are in fact just fat stores.Just additional info from another patron:Rabbits can sometimes have pink eyes.And dewlaps are generally on female rabbits, they store nutrients for when they have kits. A male can have one if hes over weigh.they are SO cutethey look hairy,soft, cute and has a color of brown,yellowish, white, black or greyA rabbit has long ears, sometimes they are stiff standing, and others are floppy. Rabbits do bite, and they have quite sharp claws. their poop is a round, small pellet that is hard. They move very quickly and breed extremely fast.A rabbit looks somewhat like a cat. It's furry, but with very long ears and short legs and short furry tail.Rabbits are not always one color they can be white like the snow to brown like the dirt. Rabbits hop to get around and are not easy to catch because of their ability to turn very quickly. Rabbits have long ears pink noses and a fluffy tail.Most rabbits have long feet and ears and have a fluffy tail. They come in a variety of colors and sizes.A rabbit is about the size of a small puppy, It has large straight ears or, if its a lop rabbit, floppy ears. It has a tufty tail that looks like a cotton ball. Also its back feet are larger than its front paws. They have whiskers as well! Their nose is very cute-- it is triangular. : )
Why do rabbits have whiskers ears?
Rabbits use there whiskers to make sure they can fit threw small spaces. Not only do rabbits use their ears to hear, they move them around to communicate with each other.
Which are those animals that move ears to hear sound?
Cats, dogs, rabbits...
How do you make your ears move?
To make your ears move you need to think,''I can move my ears, I can move my ears, I know I can!'' Really hard. Then just look to your left and try to move your eyebrowns then your ears will move!!! Belive me it works.
How do rabbits know what directions to move in?
because they have brain!
Can rabbits hear well?
The most important factor for a rabbit's hearing is the science behind the shape of their long ears. Rabbits move their ears back and forth to generate acoustics that in turn bounce sound waves off objects. Doing this allows rabbits to maneuver effectively in their environment by allowing them to acquire a strong instinct for where things are in their environment.
How do the rabbit ears help them survive?
Ears help rabbits to hear, of course! (But if it is arctic hare, even though it may hear better, it does not keep warmth inside.) Rabbits also use their ears to communicate with. They can move them backwards and forwards, lock them to the side, and they can rotate them so that the openings face one way or another -- the different positions mean different things to other rabbits.
Why do rabbits turn there ears?
Rabbits are lagomorphs which means they have large back feet, gnawing teeth, and large ears. Since they have large ears, they can hear all the sounds around them. Whenever a rabbit hears a sound, his or her ears turn in that direction. It's their instinct. When all rabbits were wild, they depended on their sound catching ears! So coyotes or another predator could be detected before the coyote has some fast food!
Why do rabbit keep turning their ears?
Rabbits are lagomorphs which means they have large back feet, gnawing teeth, and large ears. Since they have large ears, they can hear all the sounds around them. Whenever a rabbit hears a sound, his or her ears turn in that direction. It's their instinct. When all rabbits were wild, they depended on their sound catching ears! So coyotes or another predator could be detected before the coyote has some fast food!
Are rabbits simular to hairs?
Rabbits are similar to hares, but rabbits are born furless and with their eyes closed, and they cannot move for a few days. Hares are born fully furred with their eyes open, and can run a few hours after birth. Hares also have larger ears and powerful hind legs.
Why do dogs and cats move their ears?
You may notice your cat or dog moving its ears when you speak to it or when it hears an uncommon noise. They move their ears to better focus on the sound.
Do polar bears move in groups or individually?
They roam aroung individually. Unless it is a mother with her cub/cubs.
What muscle moves the ear?
You can't move the ears so there is no muscles that can move the ears.
