Nature

Ocean Giants: Voices of the Sea

Humpback whales' songs carry thousands of miles, while a sperm whale scans the ocean depths with a sonar laser beam louder than a thunderclap. "Voices of the Sea" reveals a surprising underwater world where sound takes the place of sight.

Songs of the Humpbacks

1m 40s

Male humpbacks have become famous for the compositions they improvise together, from one year to the next.

Previews + Extras

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    On the Hunt for Herring

    S30 E10 - 1m 46s

    On the hunt for herring, killer whales use a herding call to cause discomfort and confusion for a school of herring, making the fish easy targets for a meal.

  • Ocean Giants, "Voices of the Sea" - Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Ocean Giants, "Voices of the Sea" - Preview

    S30 E10 - 30s

    Humpback whales' songs carry thousands of miles, while a sperm whale scans the ocean depths with a sonar laser beam louder than a thunderclap. "Voices of the Sea" reveals a surprising underwater world where sound takes the place of sight. 4/11/2012

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