Testing whales’ hearing, and mapping clusters of extreme longevity
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Unlocking Baleen Whale Hearing
This chapter explores the complexities of estimating the hearing capabilities of baleen whales, utilizing a novel auditory evoked potential testing method. It details the study on adolescent minke whales conducted in Norway, focusing on their auditory systems and surprising discoveries regarding their hearing range. The findings underscore the importance of understanding whale hearing in relation to man-made ocean sounds and their implications for conservation.
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