Low-frequency noise is known to affect baleen whales but tall-frequency din from vessels is harming endangered orcas’ ability to communicate and find preyNoise emanating from passing ships may disturb animals such as killer whales and dolphins far more than previously thought, with new research showing that the animals’ communication and ability to find prey could be hampered by the underwater din. Related: UK’s final resident killer whales 'doomed to extinction' Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com