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What Whales Hear: Exploring Underwater Soundscapes off Dana Point

When we think of whale watching, we usually focus on what we can see — the spouts, the breaches, the tail flukes vanishing into the blue. But beneath the surface, whales are experiencing a completely different world: one made of sound. At Dana Wharf Whale Watching in Dana Point, we get to observe these incredible…

Understanding Whale Communication: Sounds and Signals

Understanding Whale Communication: Sounds and Signals The ocean is a world of sound. For whales, these sounds are a lifeline, a means of communication in the vast and often dark underwater environment. Whales use a variety of sounds to communicate. These include clicks, whistles, and pulsed calls. Each sound serves a different purpose, from navigation…