University of Cincinnati: How Do Bats Tell Insects From Leaves? Ask a Robot
January 14, 2026
January 14, 2026
CINCINNATI, Ohio, Jan. 14 -- The University of Cincinnati issued the following news:
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How do bats tell insects from leaves? Ask a robot
Researchers use robotics to explain big-eared bat's echolocating superpower
By Michael Miller, 513-556-6757, michael.miller3@uc.edu
Why do researchers think big-eared bats can find hidden insects without having to scrutinize every leaf in a forest?
Their robot can do it.
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How do bats tell insects from leaves? Ask a robot
Researchers use robotics to explain big-eared bat's echolocating superpower
By Michael Miller, 513-556-6757, michael.miller3@uc.edu
Why do researchers think big-eared bats can find hidden insects without having to scrutinize every leaf in a forest?
Their robot can do it.