Whale Grief Behavior
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- Angus DaltonSydney Morning Herald
- Emma JohnsonABC News (AU)
- TOI Science DeskTimes of India
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Whale Grief Behavior. (2026, October 13). The Aporia. https://the-aporia.com/event/13594
“Whale Grief Behavior.” The Aporia, 13 Oct. 2026, https://the-aporia.com/event/13594.
“Whale Grief Behavior.” The Aporia, October 13, 2026. https://the-aporia.com/event/13594.
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Dolphins, killer whales and other toothed whales have been observed carrying, supporting or remaining with dead calves.
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- 16 Sep
A video of a female humpback whale and its stillborn calf, taken near the Gold Coast, is a rare glimpse into the species' reaction to death, researchers say.
Coverage 4 articles
18 Sep Whale Post-Mortem Behaviour: Study details mother’s vigil; scientists urge further observations
Times of India
17 Sep Watch: Can humpback whales experience grief?
BBC16 Sep 'Pretty emotional': Rare video shows humpback whale with stillborn calf
ABC News (AU)16 Sep Do animals grieve? Rare footage of this mother and her calf may hold the answer
Sydney Morning Herald
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