Humpback Whales "Remix" Their Songs Just Like A Master DJ

Sowmya Kolluru
Wed, 13 Sep 2017 13:17:57 -0700

Male humpback whales are well-known for the long sweet melodies they sing during the breeding season. The soulful songs that last anywhere from ten to twenty minutes, are not random noises, but carefully orchestrated themes that keep repeating and developing. Scientists are not sure if the mammals sing to attract partners or to deter rivals but once they get going, they tend to repeat the same tune over and over, for long periods of time.