Dolphins use echolocation to hunt by emitting high-frequency sound waves that bounce off objects in their environment. This process allows them to create a mental picture of their surroundings by interpreting the returning echoes, enabling them to locate and identify prey even in murky waters where visibility is low. They can distinguish the size, shape, distance, and even internal structure of objects, aiding their hunting strategies [1][3][6].

The sound waves are produced in the nasal sacs and focused through a fatty tissue structure called the melon. The echoes are received through the lower jaw and transmitted to the brain for interpretation, making echolocation a vital tool for survival in aquatic environments [5][6].

How do dolphins use echolocation to hunt?

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