The term 'long-eared animal' can refer to three different animals: the HARE (4 letters), the RABBIT (6 letters), and the ASS (3 letters). The HARE is a species of mammal in the Leporidae family, which is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. The RABBIT is also a species of mammal in the Leporidae family, but it is found in many parts of the world. The ASS is a species of mammal in the Equidae family, which is native to Africa and Southwest Asia. All three animals have long ears, which are used for hearing and communication.