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Vision in Eagles
Eagles have keen eyesight for spotting prey from great distances.
Hearing in Owls
Owls have asymmetrical ears for pinpointing the location of sounds.
Echolocation in Bats
Bats use sound waves and echoes to navigate and locate prey in the dark.
Smell in Salmon
Salmon use a keen sense of smell to return to their birthplace to spawn.
Magnetoreception in Birds
Many migratory birds use Earth's magnetic field to navigate long distances.
Infrared Sensation in Snakes
Pit vipers, boas, and pythons can detect infrared radiation to locate warm-blooded prey.
Electroreception in Sharks
Sharks detect electric fields produced by living organisms in water.
Ultraviolet Perception in Bees
Bees can perceive ultraviolet light which helps in locating flowers.
Polarized Light Detection in Cephalopods
Cephalopods use polarized light to enhance underwater visibility.
Star Navigation in Birds
Nocturnal migratory birds use the stars for orientation during migration.
Touch in Cats
Cats have highly sensitive whiskers that detect minute changes in their environment.
Chemical Communication in Ants
Ants use pheromones to communicate with each other and organize colony activities.
Thermoception in Beetles
Some beetles can detect heat, which helps them to find forest fires where they can breed.
Pressure Detection in Fish
Fish use their lateral line system to sense water pressure and movement.
Taste in Butterflies
Butterflies taste with their feet to find suitable plants for laying eggs.
Water Detection in Desert Animals
Some desert animals can detect moisture and find water sources for survival.
Color Vision in Primates
Some primates have trichromatic vision that allows them to discern a wide range of colors.
Polarization Vision in Mantis Shrimp
Mantis shrimp can detect polarized light, which aids in hunting and communication.
Sound Localization in Humans
Humans can detect the direction of a sound through several auditory cues.
Night Vision in Cats
Cats have a reflective layer behind their retina which improves their night vision.
Ultrasonography in Dolphins
Dolphins use high-frequency sound waves to investigate their surroundings, especially underwater.
Thermoregulation in Reptiles
Reptiles use behavioral methods to regulate their body temperature.
Venom Detection in Mongooses
Mongooses have specialized acetylcholine receptors making them resistant to snake venom.
Vibration Sensing in Spiders
Spiders use vibrations in their webs to detect prey and communicate.
Gravity Sensing in Plants
Plants have specialized cells called statocytes that help them sense gravity.
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