The Pictus Catfish Can Feel With Its Fins (2/2) (VIDEO)

University of Chicago Medical Center

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High-speed video of the pictus catfish. Pectoral fins are held at a constant angle to the body throughout the swimming motion, allowing researchers to isolate and study neurons involved in touch sensation.

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