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Mother dolphin carries dead calf for weeks, experts explain behavior

A mother dolphin has been observed carrying her dead calf for at least two weeks. Experts explain this prolonged behavior as a sign of grief and maternal bonding. The phenomenon highlights the complex emotional capacity of marine mammals. This behavior, while distressing to observe, is understood by scientists as a natural response to loss.

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