Salmon hat
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Pods of Orcas in Puget Sound were observed swimming at the surface of the water balancing dead salmon on their heads, in late 2024.[1] This behaviour was previously documented in 1987.
The reason for this behaviour, which has rapidly spread from pod to pod, is unknown, with scientists speculating that it may be a response to abundance of food and perhaps a recalled memory from the youth of older whales in the pods.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Vikander, Tessa (2024-11-30). "Why orcas wear dead salmon as 'hats' remains a mystery, scientists say". CBC News. Retrieved 2024-12-01.