NOT ONLY IS IT FASHIONABLE BUT IT KEEPS YOUR EARS WARM
elephant have ear flaps so they can pick up good signal
they have ear flaps as they are in the water to reduce the amount of water inside the ear they flap it out and shake their booty
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Large ear flaps in some animals, such as elephants, are important for regulating body temperature. The blood vessels in the ears help dissipate heat, allowing the animal to cool down. Additionally, the ear flaps can help amplify sound for better hearing.
I don't have a definite answer! But, I would expect the constant rubbing by your dog's ear flaps wear away the fur underneath. The reason I state this that when I wore shorts in my cycling days, I developed hairy legs. Then, in my 70's, as I now wear long trousers, my legs are very much less hairy.
The ear flaps are called 'leather'.
Yes. They have small little ears
The ear flaps help to direct sound into the inner ear; elephants have very good hearing. The ear flaps have many blood vessels that help to cool the elephant when flapped in the air. Also, a distressed or charging elephant will thrust out their ear-flaps to make them appear more threatening, and signalling their anger/distress.
A basic Google search turned up several crocheted hats with ear flaps. I've included links to some below. I particularly liked the kitty one.
Mammals that lack external ear flaps, or pinnae, include some species of cetaceans (like whales and dolphins) and certain species of amphibious mammals, such as the manatee. These animals have evolved to thrive in aquatic environments, where external ear structures are unnecessary and could even impede their movement. Additionally, some burrowing mammals, like moles, also lack prominent ear flaps, as their adaptations prioritize life underground.
Unlike seals, which have small ear flaps, sea lions have external ear flaps that are more prominent. This anatomical difference is one of the key features that distinguishes sea lions from true seals. Additionally, sea lions are generally more social and agile on land, often using their flippers to walk, whereas seals tend to be more cumbersome on land.
A hat with ear flaps is ideal for harsh Canadian winters. It can be found online on Etsy if one is looking for a homemade version, or it can be found on the Goorin Bros. website under the heading 'Trooper & Earflap'.