Dolphins Use Shells as Tools to Catch Fish
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Researchers have documented dolphins using shells as tools to catch fish on the east coast of Australia, with evidence suggesting that calves may learn this technique from their mothers. This behavior, known as 'shelling', involves chasing fish into a shell, lifting it to the surface, and shaking out the fish to eat it. The first visual evidence of this behavior on the east coast was recorded in 2025, with a calf observed mimicking its mother's actions. This finding adds to the growing evidence of dolphins' intelligence and ability to use tools.
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