The Economic Times

Empty sea shells are Dolphins hunting weapon: Scientists document rare shelling tactic in Queensland; study offers clues to how calves learn it

Researchers documented a rare dolphin foraging tactic called shelling in Queensland. This behavior involves using sea snail shell to capture fish prey. Groundbreaking video footage shows a young calf learning this skill from its mother. This challenges previous beliefs about dolphins learning from peers. The findings highlight dolphin intelligence and innovative cultural transmission.