Summary:
- Leopard seals, large predators found in the Antarctic, are known to make a variety of vocalizations, including a haunting "whale-like" song.
- Researchers have discovered that the songs of leopard seals are being drowned out by increasing ocean noise pollution, which can disrupt their ability to communicate and find mates.
- Reducing human-caused ocean noise, such as from ships and offshore activities, is important to protect the communication and behaviors of leopard seals and other marine animals.