New discovery about the role of social communication in the world of dolphins

The study shows for the first time that social relations are indispensable for survival in the whale world. Lead researcher Dr Livia Gerber of UNSW said that male dolphins with “no friends” had “very little chance” of having children. So social relations are really important for male dolphins in breeding.

The researchers also discovered that the social bond between male dolphins can last up to 30-40 years, much stronger than the relationship between male and female dolphins or between female dolphins. together. In addition, “well-socialized” male dolphins found more food or had more mates and protected female dolphins better than less social male dolphins.

According to Dr. Gerber, this research not only uncovers a new complex feature of dolphin social interactions, but also sheds light on the “survival of the fittest” content. is the most suitable) in the theory of evolution of the English scientist Charles Darwin.