Summary:
- Researchers have documented a significant shift in the distribution of humpback whales, which have transitioned from rare sightings to congregating in the thousands along the coast of East Greenland.
- This behavioral change is linked to the warming of Arctic waters, which has altered the distribution of prey species like capelin and krill, creating new, highly productive feeding grounds.
- The study highlights the ecological adaptability of baleen whales in response to rapid climate-driven shifts in marine ecosystems, though it raises questions about the long-term stability of these new foraging hotspots.