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Tag: vibrissae

More than a Mustache

More than a Mustache

Whiskers!

We’ve all seen them on our pets’ faces and on squirrels and other rodents, rabbits, beavers, walruses, and some other mammals. Until recently, I didn’t give whiskers much thought. Then I learned they’re not just facial hair… and they’re not always on faces.

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Posted on September 20, 2020October 18, 2022Categories Raccoons, WildlifeTags nature, raccoons, vibrissae, wildlife3 Comments on More than a Mustache
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