Communication between dolphins in separate tanks by way of an electronic acoustic link

Science. 1965 Dec 31;150(3705):1839-44. doi: 10.1126/science.150.3705.1839.

Abstract

Two isolated dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) were provided with an electronic acoustic link during alternate periods of approximately 2 minutes. The dolphins repeatedly communicated in a tight sequence when the acoustic link was connected. Their responses varied as the experiment progressed. Some information regarding possible meaning of the whistles was obtained.

MeSH terms

  • Acoustics
  • Animals
  • Behavior, Animal*
  • Cetacea*
  • Communication*
  • Electronics