Why do goats have rectangular pupils in their eyes
Goats possess horizontal, rectangular pupils that provide an expansive 320-degree field of vision, allowing these vulnerable prey animals to scan the horizon for predators without even moving their heads.
Horizontal slit pupils act as a wide-angle lens, giving goats a panoramic view of their surroundings while maintaining sharp focus on the ground. This unique shape minimizes glare from the sun overhead and maximizes light capture from the periphery.
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