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11-02-2008, 10:40 AM
Originally Posted by nero 
It's so they can hear better, the sound waves get channelled into the ear canal better, great pics Dawn BTW.
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11-02-2008, 11:56 AM
Originally Posted by Mahooli
They are my favourite wild dog I have to say, especially when you see them out on the hunt, as you say perfectly constructed for the job they have to do!
Becky
Originally Posted by Borderdawn
Dunno Rips, their heads are very much like a Hyena I think.
My favourite too becky, and its amazing how those striking colours dissappear and blend into the background.
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11-02-2008, 11:58 AM
Yes the rounded ear shape and large size is for maximum sound transmission and also for most efficient heat dissipation in a hot climate.
Pointed ear tips inhibit blood circulation slightly, so not so efficient in a hot climate but neither is it in the cold. The slower blood flow predisposes to frost bite, so rounded ears are better whatever the climate!
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I have never seen these hunting dogs before 
they are so beautiful thank you so much for sharing xx
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11-02-2008, 03:50 PM
They were at the West Mids Safari park Pod. The "white" Lion (male) was pitiful, he couldnt open his eyes in the bright light, looked pathetic!
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