A snowshoe hare navigates a frozen boreal forest — tracking predator prints, squeezing through root tunnels, and finally disappearing beneath the snow to safety.
Snowshoe hares (Lepus americanus) are built for survival in extreme winter conditions. Their oversized hind feet act like natural snowshoes — distributing weight across deep snow so they can sprint at full speed without sinking. In winter, their fur shifts from brown to white, providing near-perfect camouflage against the snow. When a predator is near, they can reach speeds of up to 45 km/h and change direction instantly with sharp zigzag bursts.
This footage was captured using a micro research camera mounted between the ears — following the animal through its natural winter habitat in real time.
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