Humpback Whales Master Tool Use with Bubble Nets

New research reveals sophisticated hunting techniques in Alaskan humpback whales, emphasizing the need for targeted conservation efforts.

Humpback whales in southeast Alaska create and manipulate bubble nets to catch krill, demonstrating advanced tool use.
Researchers used suction-cup tags and drones to study the whales' behaviors from above and below the water.
This unique hunting method allows whales to capture up to seven times more prey in a single dive.
The study highlights the importance of understanding whale behaviors for effective conservation strategies.
The findings place humpback whales among the rare group of animals that both manufacture and use their own tools.