Phys.org·4 min read·hard
Bat rays employ a chemical cue to warn others of danger
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Researchers at Oregon State University have discovered that bat rays release a chemical cue when frightened to warn other rays of potential danger. This behavior, previously documented in bony fish, is the first such finding in cartilaginous fish.
Why it matters
This discovery provides new insights into the complex social and survival behaviors of elasmobranchs, potentially explaining how sharks and rays coordinate flight responses.
by Michelle Klampe, Oregon State University
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