How do bats use echolocation?

Bats use echolocation to navigate and hunt for prey in the dark. They emit high-frequency sound waves that bounce off objects in their surroundings. By listening to the returning echoes, bats can determine the distance, size, shape, and even the texture of objects around them. This ability allows them to fly and hunt in complete darkness, relying on the echoes to locate insects and avoid obstacles. The precision of bat echolocation is so advanced that it can detect even the smallest prey in mid-flight.