Scientists are closer than ever to deciphering the secret language of sperm whales. AI could be the key.

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 06:23

A male and female sperm whale swimming just below the surface of the ocean — Sperm whales are highly-intelligent, social creatures. Project CETI wants to decode their complex language.
Project CETI

Project CETI is harnessing AI to understand the complex communication system of sperm whales.
In a new study, the project's scientists used AI to decode thousands of sperm whale clicks.
CETI founder David Gruber hopes this work will help humans protect whales from noise pollution.

Whales are highly intelligent, social creatures, so it makes sense that their songs and clicks are probably more than just random sounds. But just how complex is whale speak?