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Whale Mums Rest Upside Down To Get Break From Calves
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Researchers have discovered that southern right whale mothers rest upside down to conserve energy while nursing their calves. This unique behavior, observed off the coast of Australia, helps mothers manage the high energy demands of lactation during their fasting period.
New research has shed light on the perplexing tendency of southern right whales to rest upside down, suggesting the unique behaviour is designed to limit nursing so mothers can save much-needed energy.
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