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How do dolphins feed?

  • Dolphins can produce high frequency sounds known to function as echolocation signals.  Echolocation can be used for finding preys such as fishes.  Upon receiving reflected sound signals, a dolphin will approach the target and use its teeth to capture the fish.
 


 

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