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Brainless sea sponges use sunset to prepare for metamorphosis—and attach in 30 minutes

Well before I start collecting coats, keys or shoes, my dog always knows when we're about to leave. By picking up on subtle cues, he anticipates our next movements, reminding me he's smarter than he often shows. But anticipation isn't always about brains. Our new research reveals that even an animal with no brain at all can anticipate what's coming next.

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Brainless sea sponges use sunset to prepare for metamorphosis—and attach in 30 minutes
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