Sound Ecology: How Acoustic Monitoring Changes Our View of Nature
Acoustic monitoring is becoming an increasingly popular tool in ecology. Recording sounds in natural ecosystems allows us to study biodiversity, animal behavior, and pollution levels. This data helps ecologists analyze changes in ecosystems and the impact of human activity on animals.
Acoustic sensors are used to monitor sound signals such as birdsong or the sounds of marine animals. This is an unobtrusive method that does not disturb the natural processes in ecosystems. Given the importance of sound for many species, acoustic monitoring could be a critical factor in biodiversity conservation efforts and in studying the effects of noise-induced stress on wildlife.
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