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Birding by ear: How to learn the songs of nature’s symphony with some simple techniques

  • Written by Chris Lituma, Assistant Professor of Wildlife and Fisheries Resources, West Virginia University
Birding by ear: How to learn the songs of nature’s symphony with some simple techniquesA western meadowlark sings its mating songDanita Delimont/Gallo Images Roots RF collection via Getty Images

Waking up to the dawn chorus of birds – one of the natural world’s greatest symphonies – is a joy like no other. It is not surprising that bird-watching has become an increasingly popular hobby.

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