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The mysterious song of the Humpback Whale

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From the BBC’s Ocean Giants documentary, watch this incredible clip to hear the extraordinary and mysterious song of the Humpback Whale. Why do they sing (or hum)? Does it serve a purpose? Are they making music for pleasure? Are they talking?

whales underwater
listening to the whales
recording the whales
Watch this next: Mapping whale songs in the South Pacific.

And in the archives: watch more whale videos, including:
• Why (and how) do whales sing?
A surprise diving encounter with a Humpback Whale
• This huge baby Sperm Whale
Whale Fall (After Life of a Whale).


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