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EPISODE · Aug 5, 2025 · 42 MIN

What does the ocean sound like? Marine Bioacoustics Explained

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The ocean is loud, and every sound carries clues. Marine biologist Dr. Jesús Alcázar-Treviño explains how toothed whales use echolocation to hunt and coordinate in darkness, how eruptions in the Canary Islands reshape ocean soundscapes, and how human noise pollution disrupts marine communication. An accessible introduction to marine bioacoustics and the many biological, geological, and human sounds moving through the sea.Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or send us a gift on PayPalEpisode Guest: Dr. Jesús Alcázar TreviñoLearn more about Dr. Jesús Alcázar Treviño hereFollow Dr. Jesús Alcázar Treviño on Blue SkyFind more of Dr. Jesús Alcázar Treviño’s work on Research GateExplore more from the Spanish Institute of Oceanography Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media websiteFollow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmediaHosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro EmingTheme music by Nela RuizListen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple PodcastsListen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple PodcastsListen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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