Echolocation, typically associated with bats and marine mammals, is a technique humans can also master. Recent research by neuroscientist Lore Thaler has dispelled the myth that only blind people can excel at echolocation. By producing audible sounds like clicks or snaps, individuals can sense their environment through the returning echoes. The training process begins with selecting a suitable sound and focusing on listening for subtle changes in echoes, enabling practitioners to perceive distance and direction of objects. This newfound understanding offers accessibility to various individuals eager to learn this unique navigation skill.
"The use of reflected sounds to navigate, known as echolocation, is a behaviour most associated with bats, whales and dolphins, but other species also use the sensory technique including humans."
"Research has shown that anyone can learn the skill [of echolocation]; it was once thought that only blind people could excel at it."
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