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The Platypus also uses electroreception.

Electroreception is the biological ability to perceive natural electrical stimuli. It has been observed only in aquatic or amphibious animals, since water is a much better conductor than air. Electroreception is used in electrolocation (detecting objects) and for electrocommunication.

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• Related: Stefano Lorenzini, Bioelectromagnetism, Microwave auditory effect

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Video clips of Gnathonemus, Apteronotus, and Ameiu... Video clips of Gnathonemus, Apteronotus, and Ameiurus www.detraditie.nl/.../sdt_uk_electroreception_videos.html - Web

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