Friday, 10 Oct 2025
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • DMCA
logo logo
  • World
  • Politics
  • Crime
  • Economy
  • Tech & Science
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • More
    • Education
    • Celebrities
    • Culture and Arts
    • Environment
    • Health and Wellness
    • Lifestyle
  • 🔥
  • Trump
  • VIDEO
  • House
  • White
  • ScienceAlert
  • Trumps
  • Watch
  • man
  • Health
  • Season
Font ResizerAa
American FocusAmerican Focus
Search
  • World
  • Politics
  • Crime
  • Economy
  • Tech & Science
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • More
    • Education
    • Celebrities
    • Culture and Arts
    • Environment
    • Health and Wellness
    • Lifestyle
Follow US
© 2024 americanfocus.online – All Rights Reserved.
American Focus > Blog > Tech and Science > Deep Ocean Sound Confused Scientists For Years. We Finally Know What Makes It. : ScienceAlert
Tech and Science

Deep Ocean Sound Confused Scientists For Years. We Finally Know What Makes It. : ScienceAlert

Last updated: September 25, 2024 9:50 am
Share
Deep Ocean Sound Confused Scientists For Years. We Finally Know What Makes It. : ScienceAlert
SHARE

A Fascinating Discovery: The Mystery of the Biotwang Sound Unveiled

A mysterious sound heard booming from deep under the ocean waves has finally been traced to a fascinating source. First recorded in 2014 in the west Pacific, the “biotwang” is actually the call of the Bryde’s whale (Balaenoptera brydei) traveling long distances in the open ocean. What’s more, the techniques used to identify the sound have led to the development of a new tool for understanding whale populations and how they move about in and inhabit Earth’s enigmatic seas.

According to a team led by biological oceanographer Ann Allen of NOAA Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center in Hawaii, “Bryde’s whales occur worldwide in tropical and warm temperate waters, but their population structure and movements are not well understood.”

The ocean is full of strange noises, but biotwangs – strange, mechanical-sounding features above a certain frequency – have been a particular puzzle. They were first picked up in the Mariana Archipelago during an autonomous sound survey conducted by Oregon State University; two years later, with only the sound recordings to go on, scientists presumed the culprit was likely some sort of baleen whale.

Now, the ocean isn’t exactly easy to study. It’s a pretty hostile environment to humans; we can’t just go poking around in it. But NOAA has been conducting ongoing monitoring of the ocean for a long time, and 23 years ago, they installed a new system off California’s coast to remotely keep track of the soundscape.

If Bryde’s whales are the source of the biotwangs, then the sounds should have been recorded by the monitoring project, and they should be consistent with the whales’ migration patterns.

See also  Whale Song Reveals Eerie Similarities to Human Speech, Scientists Find : ScienceAlert

But there’s a big problem. Multiple recorders running for more than two decades produce an incredible volume of data. In order to comb through it all and find the signals they were looking for, Allen and her colleagues enlisted the aid of Google to design an algorithm that could pore over the data and tease out the biotwangs.

Having traced the sound to its source gives the scientists a new way to track and understand the population distribution and migration patterns of Bryde’s whales around the world. In addition, the AI tool can be tweaked to identify other sounds, and their temporal patterns, to figure out where other marine mammals are going and when.

Scientists hope that this information will help them, in turn, figure out ways to protect the amazing giants that inhabit our world’s wild oceans.

The research has been published in Frontiers in Marine Science.

In today’s fast-paced world, it can be difficult to keep up with the constant flow of information and news. With social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook constantly updating with new stories and events, it can be overwhelming to stay informed on what’s happening in the world.

However, there is a solution to this information overload: curated news websites. These websites gather the most important news stories of the day and present them in an easy-to-read format, making it simple for readers to stay informed without feeling overwhelmed.

Curated news websites are a great way to stay up-to-date on current events without having to sift through endless articles and news sources. These websites typically feature a mix of local, national, and international news, ensuring that readers are getting a well-rounded view of what’s happening in the world.

See also  Humans Felt The Effects of Weird Space Weather 41,000 Years Ago : ScienceAlert

One of the key benefits of curated news websites is that they save readers time. Instead of spending hours scrolling through social media feeds or searching for news articles, readers can simply visit a curated news website and quickly catch up on the most important stories of the day.

Additionally, curated news websites often feature analysis and commentary from experts in various fields, providing readers with additional context and insights into the news stories they are reading. This can help readers better understand complex issues and make more informed decisions about the world around them.

Another benefit of curated news websites is that they help readers avoid fake news and misinformation. By relying on reputable sources and curating the most important news stories of the day, these websites ensure that readers are getting accurate and reliable information.

Overall, curated news websites are a valuable resource for anyone looking to stay informed on current events without feeling overwhelmed. By providing a curated selection of news stories in an easy-to-read format, these websites make it simple for readers to stay up-to-date on the most important events happening in the world.

TAGGED:ConfuseddeepFinallyOceanScienceAlertScientistsSoundYears
Share This Article
Twitter Email Copy Link Print
Previous Article An Ancient Peruvian Site Reveals a Remarkable Painted Throne Room — Colossal An Ancient Peruvian Site Reveals a Remarkable Painted Throne Room — Colossal
Next Article Infographic: Benefits of an Earth-Sheltered Home Infographic: Benefits of an Earth-Sheltered Home
Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Popular Posts

NJ woman believed to have died from overdose was actually killed by boyfriend, her sister: investigators

A tragic and shocking case has recently come to light in New Jersey, where a…

February 8, 2025

U.S. Proposes Listing Monarch Butterflies Under Endangered Species Act To Aid Recovery

26, 2023. Monarch butterflies are facing numerous threats, such as climate change, pesticide use, and…

December 10, 2024

Temps to exceed 30 degrees in parts of NZ this week

As we kick off the summer season, temperatures are set to soar across the country,…

December 1, 2024

Al Pacino Becomes The First Celebrity To Meet With The Pope

Al Pacino recently made headlines for becoming the first movie star to meet with Pope…

June 22, 2025

Celebrity Race Across the World 2025 Rumoured Stars, Route and Release Date

Race Across the World has been a thrilling journey for viewers over the past couple…

June 9, 2025

You Might Also Like

Jennifer Meyer Marks 20 Years With a Laid-Back, Star-Filled Brentwood House Party
Lifestyle

Jennifer Meyer Marks 20 Years With a Laid-Back, Star-Filled Brentwood House Party

October 10, 2025
Physicists are uncovering when nature’s strongest force falters
Tech and Science

Physicists are uncovering when nature’s strongest force falters

October 10, 2025
Blink and You’d Miss the Moments Topping This Year’s Pure Street Photography Awards
Culture and Arts

Blink and You’d Miss the Moments Topping This Year’s Pure Street Photography Awards

October 10, 2025
In a First, Pig Liver Helped a Cancer Patient Survive for More Than a Month
Tech and Science

In a First, Pig Liver Helped a Cancer Patient Survive for More Than a Month

October 10, 2025
logo logo
Facebook Twitter Youtube

About US


Explore global affairs, political insights, and linguistic origins. Stay informed with our comprehensive coverage of world news, politics, and Lifestyle.

Top Categories
  • Crime
  • Environment
  • Sports
  • Tech and Science
Usefull Links
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • DMCA

© 2024 americanfocus.online –  All Rights Reserved.

Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?