Are birds born with their melodies or do they learn to mimic?
In short: From the car-alarm-mimicking mockingbird to the multi-pitch wood thrush, songbirds possess incredible vocal range. This video explores the mechanics behind how 4,000 species learn and master their complex repertoires.
Partha P. Mitra examines the fascinating world of birdsong, investigating whether these melodies are innate or acquired. The presentation highlights the extraordinary abilities of various species, such as the brown thrasher's thousand-song repertoire and the wood thrush's ability to sing two pitches simultaneously.
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