March 2, 2019

Why is it considered crude to slurp your noodles?

Depends on where you eat ’em! While eating sounds are considered uncouth in many countries, noodles slurping is actually a respectful sign of enjoyment in Japan. […]
March 2, 2019

What does it mean when dolphins rub fins?

They’re saying hi. Dolphins meeting up will caress each other’s pectoral (or side) fins. Researchers think it’s a greeting, like when we shake hands. Dolphins are […]
March 2, 2019

What does it mean when dolphins clap their jaws?

They are yelling “back off!” dolphins sometimes snap their jaws when staking out territory, warning other dolphins to keep away. Dolphins can produce extremely loud sounds […]
March 2, 2019

What does it mean when dolphins swim in sync?

They’re trying to get a date. Pairs of male dolphins will develop elaborate underwater routines to impress females. Bottlenose dolphins that engage in synchronized swimming with […]