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Why do birds and fish have Their eyes on the sides of their heads?
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∙ 15y ago
so that they can see if there are any preditors coming
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∙ 7y agoTo see in all directions to see in all directions
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Do fish see in color?
Not completely, they can look up down, left and right, but because of the position of the eyes, they physically cannot see straight ahead at short distances. I'll give you an example, I have fish in fish tank that will come to the front of the tank and tilt at an angle, one way or another to check me out with one eye. There are exemptions to the rule, such as a fish will eyes more towards the front of their heads. Naturally, a flounder can only look up at an aerial view one one side of it's body.
Why do fishermen poke the eyes out of the fish they catch?
Poking the eyes releases the gases which causes the carcass to sink to the bottom. This prevents fish floating attracting birds.
What is the difference between fish and birds?
Birds fly, fish swim
Are to birds as scales are to fish?
_______ are to birds as scales are to fish
What is interesting about flounder?
Flounder starts off having eyes on both sides of its head like a normal fish, but as it becomes an adult the eyes shift onto on side. Weird huh?
Why do birds and fishes have eyes on the sides of their heads?
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.
Why are the fish eyes so large and placed far apart?
In the very low depths, there is very little light. Large eyes enable the fish toy channel and focus what little light there might be. Evolution has bestowed deep sea living creatures with larger eyes over time. Eyes on the sides of their heads allow the fish to have a large spectrum of sight. As a result, a fish can more easily spot and avert predators.
Do fish see in color?
Not completely, they can look up down, left and right, but because of the position of the eyes, they physically cannot see straight ahead at short distances. I'll give you an example, I have fish in fish tank that will come to the front of the tank and tilt at an angle, one way or another to check me out with one eye. There are exemptions to the rule, such as a fish will eyes more towards the front of their heads. Naturally, a flounder can only look up at an aerial view one one side of it's body.
What is a taxerdermist?
Someone who mounts animals for display, as in deer heads, birds, fish trophies, etc.
Do birds eat everything but the heads on fish?
It depends on the species of the fish-eating bird. There are thousands of species. Smaller birds may catch a fish, peck the flesh off of it then leave the bony remains behind. Larger birds will most likely eat a fish whole, head included. It would also depend on the size of the fish itself.
Where can you buy the birds eye polar bear?
you have to collect 6 tokens from birds eyes fish fillets or fish fingers put it in a evelope with £1 and write the address and send it with your address on IN CAPITALS
What are some facts about pelicans?
*they are white *they eat fish *they are birds *they love me *they fly *they will eat your eyes out -thank you
Why do fishermen poke the eyes out of the fish they catch?
Poking the eyes releases the gases which causes the carcass to sink to the bottom. This prevents fish floating attracting birds.
What is the difference between fish and birds?
Birds fly, fish swim
Are flounders born wiht both of their eyes on the same sides?
No the flounder is born as a normal fish. but as they grow up or get older one of the eyes shift over.
Is having your eyes on the sides of your head a normal thing?
It is normal if you are one of certain non-human mammals or a fish.
What are the release dates for Fish Heads - 1980?
Fish Heads - 1980 was released on: USA: 1980
