Could humans ever communicate with whales? - video
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…
Ever since the first ever recording of whale song was made in 1949, researchers have been fascinated by the varied communication methods of these majestic marine creatures. As technology has advanced, scientists have been able to decode the intricate patterns that set each species' vocalizations apart. In an in-depth investigation, journalist Emma Bryce has spent months delving into the human efforts to understand whale song.
She reveals how this knowledge could play a crucial role in better protecting whales from the detrimental impacts of human activity. The footage for this exploration was obtained through collaboration with Raincoast Conservation Foundation and Project CETI, with proper permissions secured under SARA permits.
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