mountain hares
Snow-camouflaged lagomorphs
Mountain hares are hares native to cold northern regions, distinguished by fur that turns white in winter for camouflage against snow.
They inhabit alpine and arctic environments across Europe and Asia, living at higher elevations than their lowland relatives.
Mountain hares blend invisibly into the snowy landscape.
- alpineOf high elevations
- high altitudeGreat distance upward
- hideConceal or pelt
- whiteAbsence of pigment
- winter coatInsulated cold-season outerwear
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