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The Cultural Lives of Whales and Dolphins,Used
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In the songs and bubble feeding of humpback whales; in young killer whales learning to knock a seal from an ice floe in the same way their mother does; and in the use of sea sponges by the dolphins of Shark Bay, Australia, to protect their beaks while foraging for fish, we find clear examples of the transmission of information among cetaceans. Just as human cultures pass on languages and turns of phrase, tastes in food (and in how it is acquired), and modes of dress, could whales and dolphins have developed a culture of their very own?Unequivocally: yes. In The Cultural Lives of Whales and Dolphins, cetacean biologists Hal Whitehead, who has spent much of his life on the ocean trying to understand whales, and Luke Rendell, whose research focuses on the evolution of social learning, open an astounding porthole onto the fascinating culture beneath the waves. As Whitehead and Rendell show, cetacean culture and its transmission are shaped by a blend of adaptations, innate sociality, and the unique environment in which whales and dolphins live: a watery world in which a hundredandfiftyton blue whale can move with utter grace, and where the vertical expanse is as vital, and almost as vast, as the horizontal.Drawing on their own research as well as a scientific literature as immense as the seaincluding evolutionary biology, animal behavior, ecology, anthropology, psychology, and neuroscienceWhitehead and Rendell dive into realms both humbling and enlightening as they seek to define what cetacean culture is, why it exists, and what it means for the future of whales and dolphins. And, ultimately, what it means for our future, as well.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Cultural Lives of Whales and Dolphins'? A: The book explores the transmission of information and culture among cetaceans, highlighting behaviors such as songs and bubble feeding in humpback whales, and the use of tools by dolphins.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors are Hal Whitehead, a cetacean biologist, and Luke Rendell, who specializes in the evolution of social learning.
- Q: What topics are covered in this book? A: The book covers a range of topics including evolutionary biology, animal behavior, ecology, anthropology, psychology, and neuroscience, all related to cetacean culture.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 432 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Cultural Lives of Whales and Dolphins'? A: The book was published on October 30, 2015.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of the book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for general readers? A: Yes, the book is written for a general audience interested in marine biology and the culture of whales and dolphins.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Does this book provide insights into the future of whales and dolphins? A: Yes, the authors discuss the implications of cetacean culture for the future of these species and our understanding of them.
- Q: Can this book be used as a resource for academic studies? A: Yes, it can serve as a valuable resource for students and researchers interested in cognitive psychology and marine biology.