Aardvark Anatomy
Why the Aardvark's Ears Never Stop Working
Independently rotating, foldable, and tuned to insects moving underground: the anatomy behind the aardvark's most recognisable feature.
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Aardvark Anatomy: What the Field Data Actually Shows
From tube-shaped ears to spade-like claws, nearly every part of an aardvark's body serves the same nightly task. This section explains the anatomy piece by piece and what each adaptation is actually for.
Related reading: Aardvark Facts and Aardvark Behaviour, or head back to the Aardvark.com homepage for the full site.
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