The oldest-known humpback whale recording was hiding in an archive
Popular Science
by Laura BaisasFebruary 12, 2026
The audio, etched onto a plastic disc in 1949, predates the era when researchers could even recognize whale calls.
The post The oldest-known humpback whale recording was hiding in an archive appeared first on Popular Science.
Verticals
sciencetech
Originally published on Popular Science on 2/12/2026