Startled by Stripes (IMAGE)

Brown University

Startled by Stripes

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When stripes flash beneath the dish, the tadpole swims faster, so long as the stripes are really obvious. If they are faint, but they are paired with another faint stimulus such as touch or sound, the tadpole will be just as alarmed. A new study explains how subtle sensations add up.

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Torrey Truszkowski

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