Animals' perception of time is linked to the pace of their life

Feb 24, 2026 - 20:50
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Animals' perception of time is linked to the pace of their life
As you read this, the screen is probably flashing over 240 times per second, yet, as a human, you won't notice this flickering light. However, to a fruit fly hovering above your head, the screen would represent a strobe light fit for an Ibiza rave. This is because the way different species sample time, and the rates at which they can perceive it, varies greatly across the animal kingdom.

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