How male humpback whales use complex songs to attract mates

Two Beautiful Humpback Whales Dance | Animal Attraction | BBC Earth · 4:14 · Video: BBC Earth · Watch at the source

In short: This video explores the intricate vocal displays of male humpback whales, demonstrating how they use memory and volume to create increasingly complex songs to attract females.

Male humpback whales engage in sophisticated acoustic displays by repeating and expanding upon each other's songs. These vocalizations become more complex and beautiful over time, serving as a demonstration of the male's memory and sheer volume.

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