In natural ecosystems, soundscapes are made up of animal sounds, environmental noises, and human activity. Because different animals vocalize at different times and frequencies, researchers can study ...

New research by the University of Michigan explores the potential of AI to interpret the meaning behind dog barks, distinguishing between playful and aggressive tones. According to the research team, ...

Animal sounds are a very good indicator of biodiversity in tropical reforestation areas. Researchers demonstrate this by using sound recordings and AI models. Tropical forests are among the most ...

Zebra finches have a more complex way of communicating than previously thought. A new study published in the journal Science ...

A group of children learn about the different animal groups and what characterises each one. Suitable for teaching science at ...

The rainforests are alive with the sound of animals. Besides the pleasure of the din, it is also useful to ecologists. If you want to measure the biodiversity of a piece of land, listening out for ...

With breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLMs), researchers are tackling a question that has fascinated humanity for centuries: can animal vocalizations be ...

Visitors can hear Björk's immersive, otherworldly soundscape, Nature Manifesto, over the next few weeks as they climb the long, glass escalator that hugs the side of Centre Pompidou in Paris, France.

Western University provides funding as a member of The Conversation CA-FR. Western University provides funding as a member of The Conversation CA. Did you know that animal sounds can be crucial to ...

Tropical forests are among the most important habitats on our planet. They are characterised by extremely high species diversity and play an eminent role in the global carbon cycle and the world ...