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snowshoe hare

/ˈsnəʊʃuː hɛər/

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/ˈsnəʊʃuː hɛər/B2formalscientific
  • ruВид зайца (Lepus americanus), обитающий в Северной Америке, известный своими большими задними лапами, которые действуют как снегоступы, и мехом, который зимой становится белым для маскировки.

A species of hare (Lepus americanus) found in North America, known for its large hind feet that act like snowshoes and its fur that turns white in winter for camouflage.

  1. Arctic hare speciesB2formalamerican

    A medium-sized hare species (Lepus americanus) found in North America, known for its large hind feet that act like snowshoes and its seasonal coat color change from brown in summer to white in winter.

    ruЗаяц-беляк

    • The snowshoe hare's white winter coat helps it blend into the snowy landscape.
    • Researchers track snowshoe hare populations to study predator-prey dynamics.
    • In summer, the snowshoe hare's brown fur provides excellent camouflage in the forest.