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Sturgeon fish sex sounds like β€˜thunder’

Researchers have discovered that Atlantic sturgeon in the Hudson River produce low-frequency 'thunder' sounds during mating. This acoustic phenomenon, likely generated by the fish's swim bladder, suggests that these large animals communicate through vibrations that are felt as much as they are heard.

Scientific AmericanNovember 8, 2026View source

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