Are Bats Really Blind?
Are Bats Really Blind? No, bats are not blind. In fact, some can see very well. Bats do, however, come out mostly at night. They are not equipped with special eyesight...
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Can Snakes Be Charmed by Music?
Can Snakes Be Charmed by Music? No. Snakes can’t be charmed by music. Snakes don’t have external ears and can perceive little more than low-frequency...
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How Did the Jackrabbit Get Its Name?
How Did the Jackrabbit Get Its Name? The jackrabbit gets its name from its long ears, which resemble those of a jackass, or donkey. The writer Mark Twain brought this...
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What Causes an Echo?
What Causes an Echo? An echo occurs when sound bounces back from an object. When we speak or shout, sound waves travel through the air. We first hear the sound when the...
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Do Insects Have Ears?
Yes. Many insects have ears, although they do not look much like ours. They hear with help from some very unusual ears. The ears of many insects are not on their heads....
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