Still Waters Posted November 8, 2012 #1 Share Posted November 8, 2012 Thick-skinned crocodilians are actually more sensitive to touch than humans, according to scientists. US researchers investigated the dome-shaped dots along the jaws of alligators and crocodiles. They discovered the bumps were made of specialised cells and were more sensitive than human fingertips. The neuroscientists suggest the sensitive spots play a major part in the aquatic reptiles' impressive reaction times when hunting. http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/20222022 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashotep Posted November 8, 2012 #2 Share Posted November 8, 2012 Touching them might get your fingertips bit off. Thanks for posting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bling Posted November 8, 2012 #3 Share Posted November 8, 2012 I'll take their word for it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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