
Why Does A Rabbit Wiggle Its Nose? Lesson 124
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Why does a cottontail rabbit wiggle its nose? Does it have an itch or need to sneeze? Discover how all that nose wiggling helps them stay alive. Explore the amazing ways God designed cottontail rabbits to sense danger and make a quick getaway. Finally, learn how we can memorize pathways back to God’s safety and remain in his refuge.
Here’s our trail map:
- Why Does A Rabbit Wiggle Its Nose?
- Do Rabbits Hibernate?
- How Do Rabbits Know Their Way to Safety?
- How Can We Run to God’s Protection?
Download this lesson’s free coloring sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/why-does-a-rabbit-wiggle-its-nose/
Related Lessons to listen to next:
- Why Do Pika Pick Flowers? Lesson 91: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/a3d8e986-f9d6-4477-b36e-ef9b008a2c46/
Eryn's Books:
- The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891
- Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615
- 936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/936-Pennies-Discovering-Intentional-Parenting/dp/0764219782
Episode Links:
- Explore books, curriculum, and resources by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/
- Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/member
- Get full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/club
- Free Rabbit Coloring Sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/why-does-a-rabbit-wiggle-its-nose/
- Ask your nature question: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/ask
Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:
“The name of the Lord is a strong fortress; the godly run to him and are safe.” Proverbs 18:10 (NLT)
“I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.” Psalm 119:11 (NLT)
“My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.” Psalm 121:2 (NLT)
Terms Learned in This Episode:
- Olfactory Sensors: Tiny smell detectors inside the nose that pick up scents and send information to the brain.
- Lagomorpha: The animal group (order) that includes rabbits, hares, and pikas.
- Herbivore: Creatures that eat only plants, such as leaves, grass, fruits, or vegetables.
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