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How Do Sharks See The World? A Deep Dive Into Shark Vision with Dr Lily Fogg

How Do Sharks See The World? A Deep Dive Into Shark Vision with Dr Lily Fogg

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We know sharks have incredible senses, but just how good is their eyesight? In this episode, we explore the world through a shark's eyes with fish vision expert Dr Lily Fogg. How does fish vision compare to our own? How do the eyes of a fish living on a vibrant coral reef differ from those hanging out in the murky depths? And do sharks see in technicolour, or multiple shades of grey?

We also take a dive deep into Lily's most recent research, which investigated the eyes of the world's longest living vertebrate: the greenland shark. Her findings challenge a commonly held perception of these ancient creatures, and push the boundaries of what we thought was physiologically possible...

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You can read the full study on greenland shark vision here: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-025-67429-6

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