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Surgically blinded bluegill, Lepomis macrochirus, were found to be significantly less active than those with normal vision. Following Hebb’s theory, the results indicated that fish do not have an optimum arousal level.
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Gratitude is extended to Mr. F. Robertson for his suggestions and permission for the use of the Fremont High School Science Pond.
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Schultz, R., Norberg, M. The effects of blindness on bluegill, Lepomis Machrochirus, activity. Psychon Sci 18, 180 (1970). https://doi.org/10.3758/BF03332364
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