Q&A with Dr. Manuel Castellote: Listening to whales
Dr. Manuel Castellote shares his story and experiences studying whales and dolphins through bioacoustics.
Ever since my childhood growing up in Spain, I’ve been interested in animals.
His interest in animals led him to study marine biology and eventually bioacoustics, focusing on whales and dolphins due to their curiosity.
The Importance of Sound in Marine Life
For marine mammals, sound is the dominant sense, as underwater visibility is often limited.
- Water is denser than air, allowing sound to travel more easily and farther in water.
- In contrast to air, where sound fades quickly, water enables sound to travel with less fade.
Author's summary: Dr. Manuel Castellote studies whales through bioacoustics.