Whale acoustics

Whale acoustics refers to the sound production and perception abilities of whales, primarily using vocalizations like clicks, whistles, and songs. These sounds serve various purposes—communication with others, navigation, locating prey through echolocation, and marking territory. Because water transmits sound much better than air, whales rely heavily on acoustics for interaction and survival in the ocean's vast, dark environment. Their sound waves can travel great distances, allowing whales to hear and respond to each other across hundreds of miles. Studying whale acoustics helps scientists understand their behavior, migration, and how human-made noise impacts them.