'I get by with a little kelp from my friends...' How baleen whales like to party. (Page 1/1) rinselberg OCT 21, 07:14 PM quote Whales enjoy throwing seaweed on their heads and holding it in their mouths as makeshift toothbrushes, new research from Australia suggests. Scientists examined the behaviour - called kelping - by analysing aerial footage and social media posts of more than 160 whale interactions. They found kelping may also be used as a welcomed body scrub and as a way of strengthening social bonds. The study has labelled the findings a "global phenomenon". Now you know. The article, which continues for a small ways after that stellar opening act, boasts 4 photographs and video from an aerial drone. "Why are whales throwing seaweed on their heads?" Jacob Evans for BBC News; October 21, 2023. https://www.bbc.com/news/sc...environment-67161010 Patrick OCT 22, 05:22 PM quote Originally posted by rinselberg: Why are whales throwing seaweed on their heads? Because it's too wet to smoke?