Posted on May 9, 2024

Scientists document remarkable sperm whale 'phonetic alphabet'

PO1 William "Chip" Nagel

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A new analysis of years of vocalizations by sperm whales in the eastern Caribbean has found that their system of communication is more sophisticated than previously known.

Scientists document remarkable sperm whale 'phonetic alphabet'

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SSgt Richard Kensinger

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Dolphins and orcas exhibit theory of mind with respect to self and others in the pod. This indicates a differentiation of self from the others. Fascinating!
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel

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SSgt Richard Kensinger I Always Enjoyed Orcas Escorting the USS California CGN-36 and USS Arkansas CGN-41 Home.

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Sgt (Join to see)

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Pretty cool Brother PO1 William "Chip" Nagel! Thanks for sharing this!

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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel

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Sgt (Join to see) My Pleasure Shipmate!

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SGT Herbert Bollum

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they aren't dumb (neither are most animals)

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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel

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SGT Herbert Bollum Most Definitely Not Dumb, Just Very Big!

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Scientists document remarkable sperm whale 'phonetic alphabet'

Scientists document remarkable sperm whale 'phonetic alphabet'

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