Biology
Social Learning and Foraging Traditions in Humpback Whales
Quick fact
In the Gulf of Maine, a single humpback whale's innovation of 'lobtail fishing' spread to over 50% of the local population within two decades, showcasing a rapid cultural revolution in the ocean.
Why this is interesting
You've probably heard of human culture, but did you know that humpback whales also have their own culinary traditions, passed down like family recipes? How do these ocean giants learn to hunt in such clever group strategies?