NATURE’S NOISEMAKERS

6 LOUDEST ANIMALS IN THE WORLD

Published By Moushumi Mahanta | 21 Mar, 2025
In the animal kingdom, some creatures are capable of making intense noises that could rupture human eardrums.
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Here Are 6 Loudest Animals in the World:
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Sperm Whales

Sperm whales are among the loudest animals on Earth that can emit frequencies beyond human hearing, with their clicks and calls reaching an astonishing 230 decibels.
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Synalpheus Pinkfloydi

This snapping shrimp produces incredibly loud snaps, reaching more than 210 decibels. It generates a high-pressure bubble by closing its claw, making a powerful noise that can stun or kill small prey.
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Tiger Pistol Shrimp

The Tiger Pistol Shrimp wields its oversized claw to shoot jets of water with such force that they create an air bubble. When the bubble collapses, it triggers a shockwave exceeding 200 decibels.
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Greater Bulldog Bat

Unlike most species that hunt insects, the greater bulldog bat preys on fish. It emits echolocation sounds, capable of travelling through both air and water, reaching an astonishing 140 decibels.
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Howler Monkey

Despite being the size of a small dog, howler monkeys produce incredibly loud calls made possible by their unique anatomy, reaching up to 140 decibels.
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Kakapo

Kakapo, a nocturnal and flightless parrot native to New Zealand, can produce booming mating calls, reaching an impressive 132 decibels.
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