Woods Hole
census-designated place in town of Falmouth, Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States
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science Mar 16, 2026, 1:00 AM
Oldest known whale song reveals quieter ocean conditions in 1949 - In March 1949, Woods Hole scientists recorded the song of a humpback whale off Bermuda using early underwater recording equipment.
- The whale song was preserved on a plastic disc, which has lasted while most tape recordings from that time have deteriorated.
- This discovery opens opportunities to study the effects of modern ocean noise on whale communication and raises awareness about the importance of marine ecosystems.
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