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FISH BEHAVIOR OBSERVATION
In 2024, 1,865 volunteers reviewed underwater videos; cameras recorded 4 fish species missed by traditional traps- In 2010, scientists used electric fencing to protect Montana’s black-footed ferrets; coyote sightings in fenced areas fell from 42% to 7%
- Since 2017, a dolphin called Bubbles has been seen near Lady Elliot Island; from 2021 to 2025, researchers documented him chasing fish until they regurgitated food
- In 1998, scientists sent 4 pregnant swordtail fish and 200 babies into space; near the end of the mission, the fish suddenly began swimming in continuous loopsIn an unprecedented experiment in 1998, swordtail fish were launched into orbit on the space shuttle Endeavor to explore how life persists ...16 Sep, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
- In 1998, NASA flew crickets on Neurolab to study how spaceflight affects developing nervous systems; across the 16-day mission, they joined about 2,000 animals in spaceDuring the Neurolab mission, the space shuttle Columbia hosted 2,000 animals, crickets being one of them, to examine spaceflight's impacts ...02 Sep, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
- In 2024, scientists found that clownfish use white stripes to spot rivals; the fish attacked most when intruders matched their three-stripe patternClownfish are anything but friendly when it comes to defending their homes, showcasing a fierce loyalty to their anemone habitats. They hav...22 Aug, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
- Empty sea shells are Dolphins’ hunting weapon: Scientists document rare ‘shelling’ tactic in Queensland; study offers clues to how calves learn itResearchers documented a rare dolphin foraging tactic called shelling in Queensland. This behavior involves using sea snail shell to captur...13 Aug, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
- Human-like sense of social punishment: In 2010, fish shocked scientists by punishing bad behavior at feeding timeMale cleaner fish punish females for eating preferred food. This behavior occurs even when males are not directly harmed. Researchers recre...29 Jul, 2026, 02.09 AM IST
- Fish take naps, follow sleep schedules, and may be more human than we thoughtFish sleep like humans study explained: A research reveals zebrafish exhibit complex sleep patterns, mirroring human behavior. These fish e...23 Jun, 2026, 08.47 PM IST
- Cocaine pollution in rivers may be affecting salmon behaviour more than scientists expectedResearch reveals cocaine and its metabolite, benzoylecgonine, significantly alter salmon behavior, causing increased travel distances and p...08 May, 2026, 04.05 PM IST
- These Tiny Fish Are Climbing Waterfalls And Scientists Are Still Figuring Out WhyBiologists in Brazil recently documented thousands of bumblebee catfish, Rhyacoglanis paranensis, climbing waterfalls in the Aquidauana Riv...14 Apr, 2026, 06.37 PM IST
- 2025’s Wildest Animal Behaviors That Scientists Didn’t ExpectRemarkable animal behaviors emerged globally in 2025. Bumblebee catfish ascended waterfalls in Brazil, while Canadian wolves ingeniously us...24 Mar, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
- How Do Thousands of Fish Turn at Once Without a Leader? Science Says It’s Stranger Than It LooksDecades of research reveal fish schools operate on decentralized intelligence, with simple neighborly interactions dictating movement. Coll...23 Mar, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
- Scientists Finally Explain Why Fish Break Formation Mid-SwimFish schools, appearing chaotic when splitting and reuniting, actually follow biological and physical rules. This dynamic behavior aids in ...19 Mar, 2026, 06.04 PM IST
- No Leaders, No Plan! So Why Do Animal Swarms Look Smarter Than Us?Animals in forests, oceans, and underground exhibit surprising coordination without a leader, challenging traditional definitions of intell...19 Mar, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
- Why Do Some Fish Swim Toward Bright Light Instead of Hiding? Scientists Say Parasites May Be Behind ItParasites are manipulating fish behavior, luring them into brighter waters where they are more vulnerable to predators. This parasitic stra...14 Mar, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
- How Thousands of Animals Work Together Without Anyone in ChargeMassive animal groups, from wildebeest herds to fish schools and bird flocks, exhibit remarkable coordinated movement without a leader. The...10 Mar, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
- Some Animals Are Choosing Companions From Other Species, and Scientists Want to Know WhyAnimals are forming lasting social bonds with different species, engaging in cooperative hunting and peaceful companionship. Research sugge...06 Mar, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
- Scientists Watching Dolphins in Florida Bay Witness a Curious Hunting StrategyDolphins in Florida Bay have a clever hunting trick. They create mud rings to trap fish. This special skill spreads through dolphin groups....05 Mar, 2026, 04.42 PM IST
- "Cocaine Sharks" documentary explores possible drug consumption by Florida's coastal sharksThe documentary "Cocaine Sharks" explores the possibility that Florida coast sharks are ingesting the drugs that smugglers dump into the At...22 Jul, 2023, 05.11 PM IST
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