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A new study about sperm whales provides insight into the intelligence of sperm whales. The study concludes that the species often divides into clans and dialects. Host Carol Hills speaks with Hal Whitehead, a biologist who led the study, about his findings.
Sperm whales organized groups that were distinguished by differences in their vocalizations. Read more here.
A new paper from a Dalhousie researcher explores the behaviour of sperm whales and their strong similarities with humans, particularly in how they form ethno-linguistic groups.
Study of sounds and feeding habits shows animals organise into female-based groups of up to 20,000
"Sperm whales live in clans with distinctive cultures, much like those of humans, a study has found."