Pings & Dolphin Whistles

About This Sound

This audio file captures dolphins making a variety of whistling noises, accompanied by the sound of a high-frequency vessel (5000 Hz – 6000 Hz). Dolphins are social animals that rely on sound to not only communicate and interact with each other, but also to navigate. Moreover, the biological acoustic events are accompanied by harmonic, repetitive, anthropogenic events called “pings”. A ping typically refers to a short, high-pitched sound that is emitted by a device or system, often as a signal or notification. It is characterized by its brief duration and sharp, distinct tone. Underwater pings can come from sonar systems, acoustic tags, positioning devices, or underwater communication tools. These can be heard toward the end of the audio file.

Recording Information

Submitted by: Carolina Ramos
Submission Date: 2025-05-22
Date Recorded: September 12, 2024
Time: 12:18pm
Recording Depth: 15m (49 ft)
Recording Technology: Spotter Sound
Sample Rate: 52,137 sps
Category: Marine Life
Sensor: SCOUT-S

Recording Location

This Pings & Dolphin Whistles recording was captured at:

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