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Scientists captured rare footage of a sperm whale birth, showcasing a unique display of group coordination among female whales off the coast of Dominica. This event, only the second solid record of a sperm whale birth in modern times, involved eleven whales circling and supporting the newborn for hours. Researchers analyzed drone video and audio, discovering distinct coda patterns that may have helped synchronize the group or celebrate the arrival. This discovery sheds light on whale social life and highlights their complex, clan-like behavior.

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