Rapid Echolocation Helps Toothed Whales Capture Speedy Prey
Published:22 Nov.2021 Source:eLife
Whales use a combination of rapid echolocation adjustments and nimble brain responses to zero in on fast-moving prey, suggests a study published today in eLife.
The findings show that echolocating whales' brains respond at speeds comparable to visual predators as they target their prey. New insights on how these unique animals hunt may aid efforts to protect them in the wild.