Seals Navigate by the Stars
Researchers from the University of Rostock in Germany have used a simulated night sky to look for evidence that seals navigate using the stars. Seals often go on foraging trips that can take several days, and it looks as though they might use the stars to navigate. It’s possible that they orient themselves at dawn and dusk, when they can see coastal landmarks as well as the stars.
You can read more details on the BBC’s website.
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