Snowshoe Hare - another view
It is called "snowshoe" because of the large size of its hind feet. The large footprint prevents 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.
For camouflage, its fur turns white during the winter and rusty brown during the summer. The snowshoe hare is also distinguishable by the black tufts of fur on the edge of its ears. Its ears are shorter than those of most other hares. (Wikipedia)
Snowshoe Hare - another view
It is called "snowshoe" because of the large size of its hind feet. The large footprint prevents 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.
For camouflage, its fur turns white during the winter and rusty brown during the summer. The snowshoe hare is also distinguishable by the black tufts of fur on the edge of its ears. Its ears are shorter than those of most other hares. (Wikipedia)