Baby pufferfish inherit chemical defence from mothers to deter predators
In a fascinating discovery, researchers have found that mother pufferfish provide their larvae with a nearly non-toxic chemical that effectively helps them escape predators. This chemical deters potential threats by making them unpalatable, thus improving the young fish's chances of survival. Additionally, this same chemical intriguingly attracts other pufferfish, revealing a unique dual role…
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Baby pufferfish inherit chemical defence from mothers to deter predators (opens Times of India in a new tab)
In a fascinating discovery, researchers have found that mother pufferfish provide their larvae with a nearly non-toxic chemical that effectively helps them escape predators. This chemical deters potential threats by making them unpalatable, thus improving the…
