Historic Whale Recording Discovered in Oceanographic Archives
A disc believed to be the oldest-known recording of whale sounds has been identified in the archives of the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. The audio, which is nearly 80 years old, was preserved for decades and could provide insights into shifts in whale behavior over time. This discovery allows researchers to analyze historical data to understand environmental impacts on marine life.
Key facts
- The recording is nearly 80 years old
- It is considered the oldest-known whale audio
- It was stored in the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution archives
- The disc may reveal changes in whale behavior over decades
- The finding could aid in studying environmental effects on whales
Entities
Institutions
- Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution