*** About Snowshoe Hares: Snowshoe hares are known for their large back feet and seasonal color change. In winter, they wear a white coat that camouflages them against the snow, switching to a grayish-brown in the summer to blend into the forest floor. These hares are primarily found in North America, particularly within boreal forests and mountainous terrains. Their diet changes seasonally, feeding on green plants in the warm months and switching to twigs and bark during the winter. The snowshoe hare plays a crucial role in its ecosystem, serving as prey for a variety of predators, which makes its population dynamics important for tracking environmental health and predator-prey relationships.

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