Seals Playing a Video Game Reveal How They Find Their Way

Seals playing a video game reveal how they find their way

The world’s harbor seals (Phoca vitulina) are masters in seeing through the cloudy coastal waters they call home. Equipped with dexterous whiskers, these pinnipeds use a suite of senses to navigate their surroundings with ease. Harbor seals may also use an important part of their vision to determine which direction they are moving, even with such an opaque view of the world.  Now, we might know a bit more about how they can tell which direction …

Ocean simulation game reveals how seals navigate underwater

Unusual setup shows how the animals get their bearings in deep ocean

Happy Birthday, Trumpet and Amelia! Two Atlantic Harbor Seals Turn 40 - New England Aquarium

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