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Exploring the ocean through whales with Eric Stackpole

August 7, 2026 · 16 min

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What if you stuck a camera onto a whale’s back before it dives underwater? What would you discover and what would you hear? In this episode, Sherrell shares a talk from an ocean explorer who captured something no one had ever seen. Then, she shares a TED-Ed lesson that explains the mechanics of whale communication and why their sounds are so melodic.


Talks featured

A Whale’s Eyeview of the Ocean | Eric Stackpole

Why do Whales Sing? | TED Ed


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