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About this sound
Early mornings, also called Dawn Chorus, are the best time to hear many birds. Birds take advantage of the cool air to hunt, search for food, attract mates, and defend territory.
Why parks record sound
The NPS Natural Sounds and Night Skies Division monitors soundscapes in parks across the United States. Natural quiet is treated as a resource to protect, like clean air or dark skies: noise from aircraft, vehicles and machinery can mask animal communication and change the experience of a place.
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Sources & credits
- Dawn Chorus of Birds at McCargo Cove by US National Park Service – Public domain