Animal Ears

Ears are a pretty essential part of our bodies as they help with hearing and balance. While we’re aware of what common animals’ ears look like, some animals sport ears covered by fur. Have you ever ...

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The Verge: Cheetahs’ ears help them run, and they’re not the only animal whose ears do double duty

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Animal ears may not get as much attention as cool eyes or weird noses, but the glorious cheetah owes its running prowess in part to its inner ear. The cheetah is, famously, the fastest land animal; it ...

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Cheetahs’ ears help them run, and they’re not the only animal whose ears do double duty

Animals have numerous mysterious capabilities related to the body parts they are blessed with. Among these many body parts, big ears aren't just for show; they're survival superpowers. They help in ...

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People: Animal Rescuer Crochets Pair of Purple Ears for Cat Who Had Hers Removed

Animal Rescuer Crochets Pair of Purple Ears for Cat Who Had Hers Removed

The Conversation: Curious Kids: Why do so many animals seem to have pink ears, when their bodies are all different colours?

Curious Kids: Why do so many animals seem to have pink ears, when their bodies are all different colours?

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Medical Xpress: Our animal inheritance: Humans 'prick up their ears,' too, when they hear interesting sounds

Many animals, including dogs, cats and various species of monkeys, will move their ears to better focus their attention on a novel sound. That humans also have this capability was not known until now.

Our animal inheritance: Humans 'prick up their ears,' too, when they hear interesting sounds