Scientists at the SETI Institute have discovered that humpback whales generate 'smoke ring-like' bubbles to greet humans, marking the first observation of this behavior in response to human interaction. Previously, bubble rings were noted only during feeding or mating displays. This finding suggests whales may have been attempting to communicate with humans for years without recognition. The WhaleSETI team now investigates the implications of these interactions, considering how this could refine searches for extraterrestrial intelligence and highlight potential communications from intelligent marine animals.
Researchers believe humpback whales use 'smoke ring-like' bubbles to greet humans, suggesting they might be attempting to communicate intentionally.
It's possible that humpback whales have been communicating with humans for years, but this phenomenon hasn't been formally studied until now.
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