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Sperm Whales in the Mediterranean Sea Are Speaking in Different Accents!

Photo: Oliver Tsappis / Unsplash
Giant sperm whales living in different parts of the same sea have their very own regional dialects! They use unique patterns of clicking sounds called codas (short sequences of clicks) to chat with their best friends, just like we use regional accents. Imagine diving into the water and hearing a whale speak with a distinct underwater accent!
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Newsround (BBC)
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