Mmastodon ScienceScience first seen 11 h ago, last 9 h ago, peak #2
Arabian Sea humpback whales may be their own subspecies
Original: More evidence emerges that Arabian Sea humpback whales could be their own subspecies https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.
New research adds weight to the idea that humpback whales living in the Arabian Sea form a distinct subspecies. The population is small and isolated, having apparently remained separate from other humpback whales for tens of thousands of years, and scientists say the findings could affect how the whales are protected.
Why now: Newly reported research on the whales' distinct status is drawing attention from science and conservation readers.
Arabian Seahumpback whalesPopular Science
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 5 snapshots from 11 h ago to 9 h ago.
Evidence
- More evidence emerges that Arabian Sea humpback whales could be their own subspecies https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.pops ci.com/environment/arabian-sea-humpback-whales-own-species/ · popsci.com@web.brid.gy · 6
API: https://socialmediatrends-api.osmike.com/v1/trends/764727