Why do rabbits have long ears?
Rabbits have long ears to hear sounds from far, far away.
Pip’s answer
- Rabbits have long ears to hear sounds from far, far away.
- They can turn each ear to point right at a sound.
- Big ears also let extra body heat out, so bunnies stay cool on sunny days.
- Ooh, one pair of ears works like a listener and a cooler! Wonder-ful!
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Can you put your hands up like tall bunny ears?
For grown-ups
Long ears help rabbits hear predators from far away; each ear can swivel independently to pinpoint sounds. Their ears are also full of blood vessels, so they release body heat and help keep the rabbit cool in warm weather.
Ask your child: Can you cup your hands behind your ears to hear better like a rabbit?
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