Apr 29, 2024, 06:38 PM IST

Animals with more than 2 eyes

Deepika Shakya

Several animals have more than two eyes, each adapted to their unique habitats and lifestyles.

A spider with four pairs of eyes for hunting and moving around.

Jumping SpiderĀ 

Some kinds of chitons have extra eyes on their shells for spotting danger.

Chitons

Fish with split eyes to see above and below water together.

Anableps Fish

They have many simple eyes along their edges to sense light and motion.

Scallops

Certain deep-sea fish have tube-shaped eyes for better vision.

Some Deep-sea Fish

Insects like houseflies have compound eyes with many lenses for a big view.

Some Insects (e.g., Houseflies)

These varied eye adaptations highlight the diverse ways animals perceive their environments.