Clicks, grunts and squeals: the wonders of whale communication – podcast
Ever since the earliest known recording of whale song was made in 1949 , researchers have been captivated by the wails, rumbles, clicks, grunts and squeals of their communication. As technology improves, scientists are decoding the intricate patterns that make different species’ vocalisations distinctive. Madeleine Finlay hears from Emma Bryce, a journalist who has spent months investigating…
Since the first recorded whale song in 1949, researchers have been fascinated by the sounds that whales use to communicate. With advancements in technology, scientists are now able to decipher the complex patterns of these vocalisations, each unique to different species. Journalist Emma Bryce delves into the efforts undertaken by humans to unravel the mysteries of whale song.
She reveals how this understanding could aid in protecting whales from human-induced threats. Credits include National Geographic Society, Capitol Records, and Raincoast Conservation Foundation, with footage obtained under various research permits. The video was produced by Amanda Cotton/Project CETI, and additional footage courtesy of Valeria Vergara and GREMM, also under research permits.
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