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Roger Payne (1935-2023) was an American zoologist who discovered whale song among humpback whales in 1967. He also founded Ocean Alliance, a nonprofit organization for whale and ocean protection, and collaborated with musicians and filmmakers to raise awareness of whale issues.
Jun 14, 2023 · Roger S. Payne, a biologist whose discovery that whales serenade one another prompted him to record their cacophonous repertoire of baying, booming, shrieking, squealing, mooing and...
Jun 14, 2023 · Roger Payne, the scientist who spurred a worldwide environmental conservation movement with his discovery that whales could sing, has died. He was 88.
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Jun 20, 2023 · Dr. Roger Payne, who discovered whale songs and founded Ocean Alliance, died on June 10, 2023 at 88. He was a distinguished biologist, a vocal advocate for whale protection, and a mentor and inspiration for many scientists and conservationists.
Jun 5, 2023 · Over 50 years ago Roger Payne discovered that whales sing. Now he has an urgent plea for the world as he confronts his own mortality.
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Jun 14, 2023 · Roger Payne discovered that whales sing songs and recorded them for the world to hear. His work helped save whales from extinction and inspired the modern environmental movement.
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Jun 16, 2023 · Roger Payne, who has died aged 88, was an American conservationist who first introduced the world to the unearthly sound of whale song and played a leading part in campaigning for a ban on...
