Geckos Use Hidden Inner Ear βSixth Senseβ to Detect Vibrations Neuroscience News By: Neuroscience News 4 October 2024 at 22:01 Researchers have discovered that geckos use their saccule, a part of the inner ear associated with balance, to detect low-frequency vibrations. This sensory pathway complements their regular hearing and may be present in other reptiles.