2024.07.31

Shape-Shifters

Belugas form expressions with their forehead melon

(Graphic by Amanda Montañez; Source: "Belugas (Delphinapterus leucas) Create Facial Displays during Social Interactions by Changing the Shape of Their Melons," by Justin T. Richard et al., in Cognition, Vol. 27, No. 7; March 2, 2024 (reference))

(Graphic by Amanda Montañez; Source: "Belugas (Delphinapterus leucas) Create Facial Displays during Social Interactions by Changing the Shape of Their Melons," by Justin T. Richard et al., in Cognition, Vol. 27, No. 7; March 2, 2024 (reference))

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