The Kardashians aren't the only species who use glottal fry...

03/14/2023

From Scientific American...


Vocal fry—or speaking in a creaky, lower register—can be a divisive topic for those living in the United States. Some find the sound abrasive or unprofessional, while others view such criticism as tasteless.

But now, new research shows that humans aren't the only species that can produce this guttural vibration—dolphins and other toothed whales routinely use an air-driven nasal sound akin to vocal fry, and it's critical to their survival...