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Snowshoe hare

in his summer coat.

It has the name "snowshoe" because of the large size of its hind feet and the marks its tail leaves. The animal's feet prevent it from sinking into the snow when it hops and walks. Its feet also have fur on the soles to protect it from freezing temperatures.

 

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snowshoe_hare

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Uploaded on May 22, 2012
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