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Monday, October 17, 2011

Creatures with the Most Prolific Ears

Creatures with the Most Prolific Ears 

Animals have different types and shapes of ears. But whatever the size, the shape or the appearance of the ears - one thing is definite - they are use primarily for sense of hearing. It also plays a vital role in the sense of balance and body position. See some of the most peculiar ears in the world.

HERE ARE SOME ANIMALS WITH AWESOME EARS

Jerboa

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The Long-eared Jerboa is one of the animals with exceptionally large ears in the world in relation to its body size. Its  head and body length measures 70 mm (2.8 in) to 90 mm (3.5 in) while its tail is double this size, between 150 mm (5.9 in) and 163 mm (6.4 in). Like its disproportionately long tail, its hind feet are also large, helping it to jump high, measuring between 40 mm (1.6 in) and 46 mm (1.8 in). It weighs 23.7 g (0.84 oz) to 37.8 g (1.33 oz). The Long-eared Jerboa, a nocturnal mouse-like rodent, can be found in the deserts of Trans Altai Govi Desert and Gobi Desert in Mongolia.

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