Episode: 5SummaryThis episode is Part 1 of 2 about Bird Songs. The voices of birds dominate nature’s soundscape. Bird songs and calls can be heard in almost every environment on the planet. In this episode, I’ll cover the characteristics of bird songs and how they are produced. We’ll also get into the question of whether bird songs are learned or instinctual.Research CitationsWillow and Alder flycatcher study proving their songs are innate (Kroodsma. 1984. The Auk)Links to Some Things Mentioned in this EpisodeLyrebird singing (YouTube video clip)Birdsong for the Curious Naturalist, book by Donald KroodsmaAttributionsSuperb Lyrebird - Recording XC570705 on Xeno CantoRuffed Grouse drumming - Recording XC132863 on Xeno CantoPileated Woodpecker drumming - Recording XC71727 on Xeno CantoMusician Wren singing - Recording XC242524 on Xeno CantoNorthern Raven 'song' - Recording XC496700 on Xeno CantoWillow Flycatcher singing - Recording XC134878 on Xeno CantoAlder Flycatcher singing - Recording XC139577 on Xeno CantoBrown Thrasher singing - Recording XC320485 on Xeno CantoWinter Wren singing - Recording XC142584 on Xeno CantoLink to this episode on the Science of Birds website‍Support the show

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