Deutsche Welle Science Unscripted

Why's that fish looking at me?

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An experiment off the coast of Corsica suggests fish can recognize specific people (sometimes). Also, put a dot in front a zebrafish and, amazingly, you'll be a step closer to understanding the concept of free will.
20 Feb English Germany Science · Technology

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