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Lab Notes: Why do whales beach themselves?

Lab Notes: Why do whales beach themselves?

Every now and again, dozens or even hundreds of perfectly healthy looking whales strand themselves on a beach. Scientists have a few theories on why they do this.

The Science Show - Full Program Podcast · Australian Broadcasting Corporation

August 26, 202513m 51s

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Show Notes

Every now and again, dozens or even hundreds of perfectly healthy looking whales strand themselves on a beach. Scientists have a few theories on why they do this. 

Topics

Kate Sprogiswhale strandingwhale beachingpilot whalesfalse killer whalesmass strandingBelinda SmithLab NotesUWAmarine mammal ecology