pheromone reception

Pheromone reception involves specialized sensors called receptors located mainly on your nose's odor cells. When an animal releases pheromones—chemical signals that influence behavior or physiology—they enter the nasal cavity and bind to these receptors. This binding triggers nerve signals that are sent to the brain, conveying information such as reproductive status or territorial boundaries. Essentially, pheromone reception allows animals to detect and interpret chemical cues from others in their environment, helping them respond appropriately to social or environmental signals without conscious awareness.