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Directional responses by kittens to an auditory stimulus.

M Clements, J B Kelly

    Developmental Psychobiology
    |September 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Kittens develop auditory approach responses by 18-24 days postnatal. Early-age kittens (4-17 days) did not show this directional response to sound cues in a maze test.

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    Area of Science:

    • Animal Behavior
    • Developmental Neuroscience
    • Auditory Perception

    Background:

    • Kittens' sensory development is crucial for survival and interaction.
    • Auditory navigation abilities emerge during early postnatal life.
    • Understanding the onset of auditory-driven behaviors provides insight into sensory system maturation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the development of directional approach responses to auditory stimuli in kittens.
    • To determine the specific postnatal age at which kittens exhibit consistent auditory-guided navigation.
    • To compare behavioral responses with and without auditory cues.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized a 2-choice maze paradigm to assess behavioral responses.
    • Tested kittens at distinct postnatal age groups: 4-10, 11-17, 18-24, and 25-31 days.
    • Included a control group of kittens tested without auditory stimulation for baseline comparison.

    Main Results:

    • No significant auditory approach responses were observed in kittens aged 4-17 days.
    • Consistent and reliable directional approach responses to auditory stimuli emerged in kittens aged 18-24 days.
    • Kittens in later age groups (18-31 days) demonstrated clear navigation towards the sound source.

    Conclusions:

    • Auditory-driven directional approach responses in kittens mature significantly between 11-17 and 18-24 days postnatal.
    • This developmental milestone indicates the functional maturation of the auditory system and its integration with motor control for navigation.
    • The study highlights a critical period for the development of auditory-guided behavior in feline development.

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