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Sharks Break Silence: Discover Surprising Snapping Sounds!

4/3/2025

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Sharks, long believed to be silent creatures of the sea, have revealed a surprising secret: they can produce sounds! Lead researcher Carolin Nieder uncovered that rig sharks emit a snapping noise when handled, hinting at a startle response rather than communication. This groundbreaking discovery deepens our understanding of these fascinating apex predators.

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Sharks, long believed to be silent creatures of the sea, have revealed a surprising secret: they can produce sounds! Lead researcher Carolin Nieder uncovered that rig sharks emit a snapping noise when handled, hinting at a startle response rather than communication. This groundbreaking discovery deepens our understanding of these fascinating apex predators.