Why Do Animals Have Whiskers? | Amazing Animal Senses | SciShow Kids

The video explores how animals use whiskers to sense their environment. It begins with a discussion about cold weather and Squeaks' interest in animals. The video explains that whiskers are not just for appearance but are crucial for sensing. Cats use whiskers to navigate spaces, while seals rely on them to detect fish in water, even in cold conditions. The video concludes with questions about other animal senses.

What is the primary function of whiskers in animals?

• To keep them warm

• To help them swim faster

• To make them look cute

• To help them sense their environment

How do cats use their whiskers to navigate tight spaces?

• By measuring the air pressure

• By sensing the space around their face

• By detecting light changes

• By feeling vibrations in the ground

What special ability do seal whiskers have?

• They can change color in cold water

• They can help seals breathe underwater

• They can detect fish movements in water

• They can grow longer in winter

Why is it important for seal whiskers to work in cold water?

• To help seals swim faster

• To keep seals warm

• To allow seals to communicate with each other

• To help seals find food regardless of water temperature

What do scientists find surprising about seal whiskers?

• They stop working in warm water

• They work equally well in freezing and warm temperatures

• They are longer than other animals' whiskers

• They glow in the dark