Baleen Whales Sing the Creator’s Praise

Researchers from the University of Southern Denmark recently discovered that the whales produce their signature sounds with a special instrument—a uniquely shaped larynx. Unlike other animal larynxes that make noise with vibrating tissue, the baleen whale’s larynx sits beside a cushion of fat. When the whale breathes, air causes the cushion to vibrate and produce sounds.

This discovery is music to a Christian’s ears because we know that God is the composer behind the baleen whales’ unique instrument and song that allow them to communicate with one another.

This article is from Answers magazine, July–September, 2024, p. 21.