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Do bats confuse traffic with the weather?

Posted on December 12, 2019 by ebyrne

Animals rely on their sensory systems to gather information about their environments and use that information to help them behave in ways that will be beneficial to their ability to survive and reproduce. However, anthropogenic noise in the environment can … Continue reading →

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Humans Distracting Hermit Crabs: How Noise Pollution Affects Decision-Making

Posted on October 26, 2019 by ebyrne

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Animals, including humans, perceive their environments using multiple types of sensory systems, which can include visual, auditory, tactile, chemical, or electric senses. They integrate sensory information gathered from different systems and use it to make decisions that will best help … Continue reading →

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