Adaptations of the Mountain Hare
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What is the purpose of the mountain hare's white fur in winter?

  • To attract predators
  • To help them stay cool in the cold weather
  • To provide camouflage protection (correct)
  • To signal the start of the mating season

    • How do the mountain hare's ears differ from hares living in lowlands?

  • They are used solely for balance
  • They are smaller to reduce heat loss (correct)
  • They are larger to enhance hearing
  • They have longer fur for warmth

    • What triggers the mountain hare to moult its summer coat?

  • Change in habitat
  • Encounter with predators
  • Increase in temperature
  • Shortening hours of daylight (correct)

    • Why does the mountain hare have large eyes?

    <p>To keep a lookout for predators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for the mountain hare to blend in with its environment?

    <p>Protection from predators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the golden eagle locate the mountain hare during a hunt?

    <p>By using its keen eyesight</p> Signup and view all the answers

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