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Scientists issue warning about increasingly alarming whale behavior due to human activity: 'Distinct and concerning changes'

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A new study shows whale behavior could be under threat due to noise pollution.

Scientists from the University of Melbourne studied how noise pollution affects whale migration.

Whales and other ocean mammals use a variety of calls, clicks, and songs for protection, interaction, navigation, and more.

"Going forward, we expect further increases" in practices that cause noise pollution, experts said.

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