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Did You Know Chickens Can See Ultraviolet Light?

From Egg-Truth.org
Facebook post, June 2024

Chickens have truly extraordinary eyesight! 

Chickens' amazing eyesight

Chickens have truly extraordinary eyesight! Here are some fun facts about our feathered friends' vision:

UV Vision: Chickens can see ultraviolet (UV) light, which helps them spot subtle differences in their environment that we humans can't see.

Sharp Eyes: They have excellent visual acuity, meaning they can see fine details very well. Imagine having built-in binoculars!

Wide Field of View: With eyes on the sides of their heads, chickens have a 300-degree field of view. They can see almost everything around them without turning their heads.

Color Vision: Chickens can see a wide range of colors, making their world a vibrant place full of hues we can only dream of.

Movement Detection: Their eyes are super sensitive to movement, perfect for spotting predators or finding a tasty bug.

Share if you think chickens are cooler than we thought!


Posted on All-Creatures.org: June 12, 2024
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