Listening in the dark: acoustic ecology of deep-sea fishes. This project will investigate how deep-sea fishes use sound to survive in their dark, extreme environments. By analysing soundscapes, the st

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Listening in the dark: acoustic ecology of deep-sea fishes. This project will investigate how deep-sea fishes use sound to survive in their dark, extreme environments. By analysing soundscapes, the structure of hearing organs, measuring and reverse-engineering their hearing function, we aim to uncover the unique adaptations of these fishes and their reliance on sound, especially as human-made noise increases in the deep sea. Expected outcomes include an assessment of the sensory abilities of these fishes, providing a foundation for conservation and fisheries management, as well as the first analyses of Australian deep-sea sounds. This study will help protect Australia’s vast and largely unexplored deep-sea habitats, contributing to conservation efforts and sustainable management of marine resources.. Scheme: Discovery Projects. Field: 3109 - Zoology. Lead: Dr Lucille Chapuis