Rabbits and HaresDescribes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of rabbits and hares, some of which can run at speeds of forty-five miles per hour or more. The world of rabbits and hares is a world of keen senses. Their ears can turn to pick up faraway sounds. Their eyes can watch for enemies in all directions. And their twitching noses have 100 million sensors to pick up scents--six times more than we have! |
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