Harshita Sinha
Bats are the only mammals capable of sustained flight. But did you know they also have a superpower?
Echolocation is like nature’s sonar. Bats emit high-frequency sounds that bounce off objects, helping them "see" with sound.
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When sound waves hit an object, echoes return to the bat. By interpreting these echoes, bats detect size, shape, distance, and even texture.
A bat’s brain processes echoes in milliseconds—allowing them to catch tiny insects mid-air, even in complete darkness.
Not all bats echolocate the same way. Some use high-pitched squeaks, while others produce clicks through their nose.
Bats use echolocation not only for hunting but also for navigation, avoiding obstacles, and even communicating.
With echolocation, bats have perfected the art of seeing with sound—proving that superpowers exist in the natural world.