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Sharks can hear nearly 250 feet away and pinpoint the source

I find it fascinating that blacktip sharks can hear sounds from almost 250 feet away! Researchers used underwater speakers and drones to observe these sharks in their natural coastal habitat, discovering they not only detect distant noises but also quickly turn away from them. This shows sharks can pinpoint where a sound is coming from, which is a big deal because it reveals more about their sensory world. And here's the thing - they respond mostly to low-frequency sounds, which travel farther underwater, making their hearing even more impressive.
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