Sentences with phrase «called vibrissae»

Cat Whiskers, also called vibrissae, aren't just hair; but are a vital part of your cat's navigation system and function somewhat like human fingertips.

Whisker Fatigue is a (proposed) condition where a cat's sensitive whiskers, called vibrissae, suffer from nerve exhaustion due to repeated stimulation from hitting the sides of their deep and narrow food bowls.