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Many birds and fish have eyes on the sides of their heads so they can see in almost all directions and look for predators. Predator animals usually have eyes facing forward so they can track and catch prey easily.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoIts not just fish and birds. But anyway it helps them see predators coming from behind.
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Because most animals do...Why do i have eyes on the front of my head? this answers is not a good answer i can name tonnes of animals that have eyes on the sides of their heads, and birds too.
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so that they can see if there are any preditors coming
How do eyes work for a bird?
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Why are the eyes of a lion on the sides of their head?
well first of all the question is wrong!! lions dont have eyes on the sides of their heads they have it in the front!!
Unusual characteristics of a sloth?
Their eyes are far apart on the sides of their heads.
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because its a predator, all predators have their eyes at the front of their heads, as apposed to animals such as deer, rabbits, mice etc, were their eyes are situated at the sides of there heads so to be aware of their surroundings and alert against predators.
Why do some dinosaurs have eyes on the sides of their heads?
So as to better see predators sneaking up on them.
How can rabbits and parrots see their backs without turning their heads?
They have their eyes on the sides of their heads, unlike we humans, who have our pointing forwards. As a typical prey animal, a rabbits eye position helps it to see all around without having to move. It can stay alert and watch its entire surroundings, without potentially giving its position to predators.
Where are birds ears located on the head?
On the side, behind the cheek patch. It looks like a slit or small hole under the feathers.
