Some moths have evolved to avoid bat calls. Some moths even actively jam bats echolocation signals by sending back sounds to confuse the bats. https://t.co/gfZgw8kRCY
Tiger moth jams bat sonar.
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The overall sentiment shows strong interest and a positive view of the research, with examples like a class discussion calling the paper 'awesome' and references to the 'acoustic arms race,' which suggest engagement and recognition of its significance. The tone ranges from casual enthusiasm to scientific curiosity, contributing to the perception of moderate significance and interest.
Most discussions agree with the findings, emphasizing the significance of the moths' ultrasonic jamming abilities and the evolutionary arms race involved.
Posts demonstrate high interest, referencing the fascinating predator-prey interactions and using engaging language like 'awesome paper' and 'spaceballs memes'.
While some comments are casual, others delve into scientific implications, reflecting a moderate level of thoughtful engagement.
The discussions highlight the potential impact of the research in understanding animal defenses and predator-prey dynamics, though mostly in an academic or awe-inspired context.
Abstract in brief
- Some tiger moths, like Bertholdia trigona, produce ultrasonic clicks to defend against sonar-guided attacking bats.
- These sounds can alert bats to the moths' toxicity and potentially startle them or interfere with their sonar.
- New research shows that these clicks effectively jam the sonar of big brown bats, adding a new strategy to the evolutionary battle between bats and insects.
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Wrapped up the section on bat echolocation in class today with this awesome paper on Tiger moths jamming bat sonar https://t.co/OmE5dqwwsQ. always a great excuse for Spaceballs memes! https://t.co/qoFos9zs53
RT @GreatBasinNPS: Some moths have evolved to avoid bat calls. Some moths even actively jam bats echolocation signals by sending back sound…
Tiger moth jams bat sonar https://t.co/Qxk6vg634x
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Tiger moth jams bat sonar (2009) Discussion
Tiger moth jams bat sonar https://t.co/Qxk6vg634x
Researchers have found that the ultrasonic sounds produced by tiger moths can disrupt the sonar navigation of bats, providing new insight into the acoustic arms race between these two species. #TigerMothVsBatSonar https://t.co/PxFpfErqZV
@audrey_rain604 @ToadUnderHeaven https://t.co/CJIlmBZuTr
Wrapped up the section on bat echolocation in class today with this awesome paper on Tiger moths jamming bat sonar https://t.co/OmE5dqwwsQ. always a great excuse for Spaceballs memes! https://t.co/qoFos9zs53
Referencias: https://t.co/L85p9fRDhG https://t.co/YjlbAorLLH https://t.co/L85p9fRDhG https://t.co/9VGsJ4EEW9 https://t.co/VkF929NqUp https://t.co/XIWuact6oM https://t.co/q65onXr8Pr https://t.co/vOh4VmdaYL
Tiger Moth Jams Bat Sonar https://t.co/ivmYK3dWk6
RT @GreatBasinNPS: Some moths have evolved to avoid bat calls. Some moths even actively jam bats echolocation signals by sending back sound…
RT @GreatBasinNPS: Some moths have evolved to avoid bat calls. Some moths even actively jam bats echolocation signals by sending back sound…
RT @GreatBasinNPS: Some moths have evolved to avoid bat calls. Some moths even actively jam bats echolocation signals by sending back sound…
RT @GreatBasinNPS: Some moths have evolved to avoid bat calls. Some moths even actively jam bats echolocation signals by sending back sound…
Some moths have evolved to avoid bat calls. Some moths even actively jam bats echolocation signals by sending back sounds to confuse the bats. https://t.co/gfZgw8kRCY
Science: Tiger moth jams bat sonar. (Previous DOI link not working yet, sorry!) http://bit.ly/kg59M
Science: Tiger moth jams bat sonar. http://bit.ly/DXI2E