Sperm Whales Protecting Diver from Shark

Two giant sperm whales protect a diver from an aggressive oceanic whitetip shark off the coast of Mauritius. The whales chase off the shark to ensure the diver's safety.

Sperm Whale Communication

Sperm whales have complex communication patterns made up of clicks, which researchers have found to be more nuanced than previously believed. Using machine learning, scientists identified a large repertoire of sound patterns that could possibly convey meaning, challenging traditional beliefs about animal communication.