Animal field note
Sound seeing
Bat's Echo Song
A bat sings tiny songs too high for us to hear, then listens to find its way in the dark.
Let's look closer
How can a bat "see" with sound?
ats send out quick calls that bounce off trees, insects, and cave walls. By listening to how the echoes return, a bat can tell exactly how far away something is and which direction to fly, even in complete darkness.
Look for this
Explorer clue
At dusk, watch the sky near streetlights, where bats often swoop and dart to catch moths drawn to the glow.
Your turn to wonder
Curiosity question
If you could "see" with sound like a bat, what would you want to explore at night?