What is Whisker?
[[File:Cats whiskers.jpg|thumbnail|A cat's whiskers]] A '''whisker''' is a long, thick [[hair]] around the [[mouth]] of some [[animal]]s, mostly [[mammal]]s such as [[cat]]s and [[mice]], that the animal uses to feel its surroundings. Some animals, such as cats, also have whiskers above their eyes and on the backs of their legs. Unlike other hair, whiskers should never be cut or trimmed, as this can confuse the animal. '''Whiskers''' can also mean a [[beard]] or [[mustache]]. {{biology-stub}} [[Category:Facial hair]] [[Category:Animal anatomy]]