Some prey animals, like rabbits and deer, feature flashy white tails that are prominently displayed when they're been chased down by predators. But why in. Skip to content Gizmodo. Search .

From behind, some wild rabbits can be easily picked out by the glowing white patches of fur on their tails. While it might look like a painted-on target that cries, "Eat Me," once the chase is on ...

How a rabbit's tail can save its life: Bright white, cotton-tail tufts have evolved to 'distract and confuse' predators. Previous theories believed rabbits used white tails during mating rituals; ...