Mystacial vibrissae

As Mystacialvibrissen stiff are sensory hairs called, engaged in various mammals are in the area around the mouth and nose. These are particularly noticeable in rabbits , where they are referred to as rabbit whiskers, and in rodents . In cats and other predators, they are commonly referred to as whiskers.

Together with other sensory bristles, such as the superciliar vibrations in the eye area, the mystacial vibrating fissures represent highly effective sensory organs that can primarily perceive touch.