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Scientists Discover Sensory Hair Cells Across Squid Bodies
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University discovered that squids possess sensory hair cells distributed across their entire bodies rather than just their heads. These specialized cells enable squids to exceptionally perceive local water movements, similar to human hearing. The variation in hair bundle lengths allows these marine creatures to discern different water motion frequencies.
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