A viral video of dead fish swimming is given a scientific explanation. After death, the spinal cord and nerves can still trigger muscle contractions briefly. Muscles retain stored energy (ATP) that ...

Peking University, Jan 27, 2025: How can some fish, like tuna, achieve remarkable speed while others, like eels, excel in maneuverability? A research team from Peking University (PKU) has developed a ...

Fish have a sensory system known as the lateral line, which allows them to detect movements and pressure gradients in the water. Scientists have now given a robotic fish its own version of that system ...

How do fish swim in schools, effortlessly coordinating their every move? The answer appears to be ingrained in their genes. The genetic basis underlying the complex, social behavior of schooling is ...