Rare footage shows 10 female sperm whales lift newborn to surface for first breath

Rare footage shows 10 female sperm whales lift newborn to surface for first breath

Extremely rare footage of a sperm whale birth has revealed the remarkable and selfless teamwork of the species to ensure a calf's survival. On July 8, 2023, researchers captured a group of 11 sperm whales, including family members and non-relatives, aiding a mother whale near Dominica's coast. Project CETI recently released the stunning footage on its Instagram account (@projectceti), showing the female whales assisting with the delivery and hel…