Why Don’t Humans Have Whiskers?

The video explains the unique characteristics of whiskers, known as vibrisi, which are thicker and stiffer than regular hair and grow from specialized follicles. Whiskers are highly sensitive and help animals navigate and hunt. They come in two types: macro vibrisi and micro vibrisi, each serving different functions. While most mammals have whiskers, humans lost them due to evolutionary changes. Our ancestors likely had them, but modern humans rely on other senses for navigation and touch.

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