I have just published a brief blog entry that describes an unusual gathering of southern resident orcas last fall. I'm excited to share with you the underwater sounds made during the event, which include an astounding synchronous call made my many individuals without any obvious acoustic cue. The blog links to video, underwater recordings, and photographs from the ceremony. http://www.orcasphere.net/blog/2006/5/15/ceremony.html
The "ceremony" was observed last October north of Pile Point on the west side of San Juan Island (WA, USA). It was documented by students of the Beam Reach (http://beamreach.org) marine science and sustainability school. Please spread the word that we are still accepting applications for the under/graduate program this fall which will again focus on acoustic exploration of orcas and their environment. Best regards, Dr. Scott Veirs -- [EMAIL PROTECTED] | 206.251.5554 6537 16th Ave. NE, Seattle, WA 98115
