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Whales Don't Cry (With Tears)
- Whales don't have tear ducts, but they express emotions through vocalizations, also known as whale songs.
- These songs are so moving that they've even been played in US congressional hearings in place of human testimony.
Whale Eye Care
- While whales don't have tear ducts, they do have other methods of maintaining eye health.
- They secrete a viscous substance, similar to snot, which cleans and protects their eyes for hours.
Star Trek's Whale Navigators
- Star Trek features whales and dolphins as part of the Starship Enterprise crew.
- They work in the "Sotation Navigation Lab," using echolocation for navigation in space.