I WONDER - What Jobs Do Rabbits Ears Do? Me Pregunto - Son Especiales Las Orejas De Los Conejos?

Rabbit ears serve dual purposes: they are not only for listening but also play a crucial role in regulating the rabbit's body temperature. The blood vessels in the ears expand to release heat when it's hot and contract to retain heat when it's cold.

What is one of the primary functions of a rabbit's large ears?

• To attract mates

• To help them fly

• To regulate body temperature

• To store food

How do rabbit ears assist in temperature regulation?

• By dilating blood vessels

• By growing larger

• By producing sweat

• By changing color

What happens to the blood vessels in a rabbit's ears when it is hot?

• They contract

• They dilate

• They change color

• They disappear

What occurs to the blood vessels in a rabbit's ears when it is cold?

• They dilate

• They produce heat

• They grow longer

• They contract

Why is it important for rabbits to regulate their body temperature through their ears?

• To survive in varying climates

• To improve hearing

• To maintain balance

• To enhance their vision