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Proc Biol Sci February 2014 PMID 24403344

Visual navigation in starfish: first evidence for the use of vision and eyes in starfish.

Anders Garm, Dan-Eric Nilsson

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The discussions highlight fascination with the visual abilities of starfish, referencing fascinating videos and collaborative efforts between researchers and content creators, with words like 'fascinating,' 'amazing,' and mentions of visual navigation emphasizing curiosity and recognition of scientific significance.

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The discussion indicates a moderate recognition of the research's importance, especially for understanding evolution and sensory capabilities in marine animals.

Abstract in brief

  • Most starfish, like the Linckia laevigata, have compound eyes at the tips of their arms, which resemble those of insects but lack true optics.
  • Despite being known for 200 years, there was no confirmed visual behavior linked to these eyes until now.
  • Research shows that these starfish can navigate back to reefs using their eyes, indicating that they do have some visual capability, albeit low-resolution and colorblind, providing insights into the evolutionary path of vision.
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Pierre Kerner
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Une nouvelle vidéo fascinilarante de @zefrank sur les étoiles de mer. Pas difficile quand @echinoblog est aussi de la partie ! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZ20KsgVeu0

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Pierre Kerner
@ssaft.com · Bluesky

Une nouvelle vidéo fascinilarante de @zefrank sur les étoiles de mer. Pas difficile quand @echinoblog est aussi de la partie ! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZ20KsgVeu0

Apr 11, 2022 View post →
ivacheung.com
@ivacheung.com · Bluesky

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZ20KsgVeu0

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