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Whales have clans and distinct dialects!

I found this fascinating. If you care about whale chatter, you might be fascinated too.

On NBC news

Seven ancient “clans” of sperm whales live in the vast Pacific Ocean, proclaiming their cultural identity by distinctive patterns of clicks within their songs, according to a new study.

It’s the first time cultural markers have been observed among whales, and they mimic markers of cultural identity among human groups, like distinctive dialects or tattoos.

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Fascinating! Makes me wonder if mating stays within clans.
@ElwoodBlues Well, the article mentioned that girl whales usually stay within the clan, but boy whales (this will surprise no one) tend to wander more.
DrWatson · 70-79, M
@Mamapolo2016 A girl whale is no doubt singing a song about a "wandering whale" right now!
@DrWatson Or maybe she's smiling and singing

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