The article highlights the unique urination behavior of male botos, or river dolphins, observed in the Amazon. These botos exhibit a fascinating spectacle where they flip onto their backs and urinate in a high arc reaching up to three feet. This behavior was documented by researchers, including Claryana Araújo-Wang, with 36 separate incidents noted in their study published in 'Behavioural Processes.' This extraordinary behavior adds depth to our understanding of these majestic creatures and showcases their distinct natural displays.
The boto displays a remarkable form of urination, flipping onto its back and shooting urine in a high arc, which has been documented in 36 instances.
Claryana Araújo-Wang, a researcher, first observed this behavior over a decade ago while surveying dolphins in Brazil's Tocantins River.
The powerful arc of the boto's urine can reach three feet in the air, creating a fascinating spectacle that has caught the attention of researchers.
These observations, now published in 'Behavioural Processes,' highlight the unique behavior of male botos, showcasing an impressive natural display in the Amazon.
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