Whale Wonders - 5 Lesser-Known Facts

Whales Have Unique Skin Patterns: Each whale has a distinct skin pattern, similar to human fingerprints. Researchers can identify and track individual whales by studying these patterns. Whales Can Hibernate Half Their Brain: Some species of whales, like the sperm whale, have the ability to "sleep" by shutting down one hemisphere of their brain at a time. This allows them to rest while still surfacing to breathe and maintain alertness. Whales Use Corals as Tools: Certain groups of killer whales have been observed using coral as a tool to help them catch prey. They do this by dislodging coral from the seafloor and then covering their snouts with it to protect them from spines on their prey. Hydrodynamic Bumps on Humpback Flippers: Humpback whales have distinctive tubercles (bumps) on the leading edges of their flippers. These bumps are believed to improve the whale's maneuverability and lift when swimming. Whales Sing in Dialects: While it's known that whales, such as humpbacks, sing songs, what's less known is that these songs can vary among different populations. Some researchers believe these variations in "dialects" are cultural expressions among groups of whales. Magnetic Sense: There is evidence to suggest that some whales may have a magnetic sense that helps them navigate across vast oceanic distances. They could use Earth's magnetic fields as a type of GPS. These lesser-known facts provide additional insights into the unique behaviors, physical characteristics, and sensory capabilities of whales.

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