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Twenty Thousand Hertz

Silent Sea

May 22, 2024
Acoustician Al Jones and Professor John Hildebrand discuss the impacts of human-generated noise on marine animals, particularly whales. They explore underwater soundscapes, whale communication, and conservation efforts. The podcast delves into tragic events caused by military sonar and emphasizes the importance of reducing underwater noise pollution for the well-being of marine life.
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  • Marine life relies on sound for navigation, using echolocation to compensate for limited visibility in the ocean.
  • Human activities, such as naval sonar use, have led to increased underwater noise pollution impacting marine species.

Deep dives

Underwater Mysteries: From Ice Quakes to Unidentified Vocalization

The underwater world is filled with mysteries, from the enigmatic Bloop sound in the South Pacific Ocean to the Western Pacific Bio-Twing in the Mariana Trench. Researchers have encountered various unexplainable sounds like the Star Wars sound from a Minky whale and a buzzing noise off the coast of India. Unidentified underwater sounds continue to intrigue scientists, with AI audio software aiding in potential creature identification and ongoing exploration of undersea vocalizations.

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