December 22, 2021
Look at the position of the hyena's eyes and the springbok's eyes. Do you notice a difference?
Predators, like the hyena, have large, forward-facing eyes that allow them to judge distance for successful hunting. The eyes of prey animals, like antelopes, are positioned to the sides and high on their heads, providing a much wider field of view.
There's much more to learn inside the museum's Hahn Hall of Biodiversity!
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