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Cuttlefish 'talk' with their arms, study reveals
Scientists have discovered that cuttlefish use distinct arm movements to communicate with each other, adding another dimension to these already remarkable marine creatures. Researchers from the École Normale Supérieure in Paris and the Italian Institute of Technology have identified specific arm gestures they’ve named “arm wave signs” that appear to serve as a communication system ... Read more
The cuttlefish were more responsive to the original recordings compared to versions that were played backward or scrambled – suggesting they could detect meaningful information in these water movements. This dual-channel communication system might utilize the cuttlefish’s lateral line and statocysts, sensory organs that detect water movement and low-frequency vibrations. Looking ahead, the research team hopes to explore how this discovery might provide insights into communication between vastly different animal species, potentially opening new pathways for understanding how diverse creatures interact with their environment.
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