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your favorite animals
Body LANGUA
Forget about barks, howls or growls —
many animals use silent cues to commu-
nicate with each other (and the world!).
When a bunny has its ears
back, it means …
It’s content! If you spot a bunny with its ears down and relaxed,
it’s letting everyone know it feels happy and satisfied. On the
other hand, if a bunny’s ears are down but seem stiff or aren’t
touching its back, that could be a sign the bunny is frightened.
When a cobra
inflates its hood, it
means …
Its venom is on its way!
When a cobra flattens its
neck, the skin on its ribs
will spread out and create
a “hood.” Cobras do this
whenever they are disturbed or
feel like they are in danger.
It’s a warning sign to
predators that they’re When elephants rub against
ready to attack with
their deadly venom if each other, it means …
they need to! They’re showing their affection! Elephants are incredibly
empathetic, which means they can sense when another animal is
feeling down, scared or upset. An elephant will softly rub against
its fellow elephant friend to let it know that it’s there for them.
Think of it as a gentle pat on the back or hug.
