Mouse ridge walk test (VIDEO)

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University

Caption

Even though it’s light, the tail generates significant angular momentum which helps the mouse balance when the platform tilts. 

Credit

Lacava et al.

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