Dolphins Recognize Friends by the Taste of Their Pee
Scientists discovered that dolphins recognize the urine of others in their group, which could help them stay together in the open ocean.
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Scientists discovered that dolphins recognize the urine of others in their group, which could help them stay together in the open ocean.
Dolphins are well known for their acoustic sense, being able to communicate over several kilometres underwater. Now researchers have found that they also have a unique sense of taste that allows them to identify family and friends without seeing or hearing them.
Aquatic mammals can recognise friends and family members without seeing or hearing them, research finds
The marine mammals use several cues, including unique whistles, to form a complex awareness of others in their minds.
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