Killer Whales and Seaweed: A Grooming Revolution in the Deep
Killer whales have been observed using seaweed as grooming tools, indicating their sophisticated social behavior. This 'allokelping' was captured by drones in the Salish Sea. In a separate development, Europe's satellite manufacturing aims face delays due to cost and participation debates, under the 'Project Bromo'.
In a fascinating display of intelligence, killer whales have been documented using seaweed as tools to groom each other. This newly observed behavior, called 'allokelping,' is one of the rare examples of tool use among marine mammals. Researchers, using drones, studied these orcas in the Salish Sea, offering fresh insights into their complex social interactions.
Meanwhile, Europe's ambition to establish a satellite manufacturing powerhouse faces significant hurdles. The much-discussed 'Project Bromo' is still far from becoming reality. Despite calls for urgency from France, disagreements over finances, competition policies, and participant eligibility remain roadblocks in uniting industry giants like Airbus, Leonardo, and Thales.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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