What is another word for echolocation?
Pronunciation: [ˌɛkələ͡ʊkˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Echolocation is a fascinating ability possessed by certain animals, especially bats and some species of whales and dolphins. It refers to the use of sound waves to locate objects in their environment. However, there are several other terms that are often used as synonyms for echolocation. These include sonar, biosonar, acoustic navigation, and bioacoustics. Sonar or Sound Navigation And Ranging is a related technology used by humans for underwater communication, navigation, and detection of objects. Bioacoustics, on the other hand, refers to the scientific study of sounds produced by living organisms, including echolocation signals. Ultimately, each of these words describes the process of detecting and locating objects using sound waves.
