"Uncovering the Astonishing Noise-Making Abilities of a Newly Discovered Tiny Fish"

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"Uncovering the Astonishing Noise-Making Abilities of a Newly Discovered Tiny Fish"
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A new study reveals that the Danionella cerebrum, a tiny fish discovered three years ago, can produce sounds as loud as 140 decibels, comparable to the noise of an airplane during take-off. The fish possesses a unique sound-generating organ and uses a specialized apparatus to create rapid, loud pulses for communication in visually restrictive environments, challenging the notion that fish are generally quiet animals.

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