In this episode, Alex talks about one of the true gentle giants of the ocean. They have a history of being hunted by humans, but luckily they’re making a recovery. Although they might look like fish, they’re much more closely related to us. So, let’s take a dive into the ocean to talk about humpback whales.
“Humpback whales are known for their song. And the face that they sing could tell us that they’re really intelligent. You can hear their songs from over 20 miles away.”
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Sources
- Humpback whale on road to recovery, reveals IUCN Red List | IUCN
- How do Whales and Dolphins Sleep Without Drowning? – Scientific American
- 10 fascinating facts about humpback whales – Discover Wildlife
- Humpback Whale – Oceana
- 10 Facts about Humpback Whales | Auckland Whale & Dolphin Safari (whalewatchingauckland.com)
- Fun and Interesting Facts about Humpback Whales | Scuba Diving
- Blowhole (anatomy) – Wikipedia
- Managing Underwater Noise Pollution (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)
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