Spatial learning and memory in the blind mole-rat in comparison with the laboratory rat and Levant mole
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A new study compares the memory and spatial learning of the solitary blind mole-rat with that of rats and voles. It is shown that mole-rats are significantly better at orientation and memorizing and is suggested that they may compensate for loss of vision by using the Earth's magnetic field and other non-visual cues to find direction.
Publication Name: Animal Behaviour
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0003-3472
Year: 2001
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Detours by the blind mole-rat follow assessment of location and physical properties of underground obstacles Detours by the blind mole-rat follow
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The ability of a fossorial rodent, the blind mole-rat, Spalax Echarenbergi, that detour different types of obstacles blocking its tunnel and rejoin the disconnected tunnel section is examined. Mole-rats mainly use reverberating self-produced seismic vibrations as a mechanism to determine the size, nature, and location of the obstacles is suggested.
Publication Name: Animal Behaviour
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0003-3472
Year: 2003
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Mole-rat harderian gland secretions inhibit aggression
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The harderian gland secretions of mole-rats, Spalax ehrenbergi, seem to have appeasement qualities. Grooming by male mole-rats with intact harderian glands reduces the rate of attacks by their opponents. In contrast, grooming by males whose harderian gland has been removed does not. Male harderian gland secretions are attractive to both males and females, while female secretions are attractive to males but not to other females. Female and male harderian gland compositions show significant differences.
Publication Name: Animal Behaviour
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0003-3472
Year: 1997
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