Observed 5 dolphins during 10 sessions with MJ vs. classical music. Tail-slaps counted per beat.
This satirical paper explores how Michael Jackson’s music and moonwalk have been used in dolphin enrichment programs (“Dolphin MJ”). Dolphins at marine parks show rhythmic synchronization to “Billie Jean,” suggesting beat entrainment. dolphin mj
Since “Dolphin MJ” isn’t a standard scientific term, I’ll cover two possible interpretations: Observed 5 dolphins during 10 sessions with MJ vs
MJ increased tail-slaps by 40% vs. Mozart. One dolphin (named “Smooth”) attempted a backward slide on a wet platform. dolphin mj