Sharks have a hidden radar

Sharks' lateral line allows them to detect prey more than a kilometre away – while markings known as Lorenzini's blistering on their snout can locate those lurking beneath the seafloor. Footage from the show "World's Deadliest".

Published 27 Jan 2023, 15:15 GMT
Sharks have a hidden radar

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