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Scientists Film Sperm Whale Birth, Revealing Cooperative Assistance from Other Whales
Scientists have filmed a sperm whale birth, revealing that the mother received assistance from a group of other whales. This observation adds to evidence that humans are not the only species to receive help during and after delivery.
26 Mar, 18:00 — 26 Mar, 18:03
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NYTMostly Factual4h ago
Scientists Filmed a Whale Birth. The Surprise: Mom Had Many Helpers.
The episode, involving a group of sperm whales, adds to evidence that humans aren’t the only species that gets some form of assistance during and after delivery.
By Catrin Einhorn
Read full article →channel-news-asiaMostly Factual4h ago
When a sperm whale gives birth, the mother gets help from her friends
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First report: NYT · 26 Mar, 18:00|Full coverage: 2 · 3m|Window: 3m
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