Birds use songs to attract mates, defend territory, and signal danger, with each species having a distinct tune. Some species communicate through simple calls instead of complex melodies.
Whales, especially humpbacks, use songs to attract mates and communicate across oceans. Belugas and orcas are also vocal with distinct songs that pods can identify.
Tree frogs sing on warm nights to mark territory and attract mates, with their calls often changing based on the weather.
Katydids produce mating songs by rubbing their front wings. Interestingly, they hear through tiny openings on their knees rather than traditional ears.
The antelope squirrel uses foot-stomping and trilling sounds as warning signals when threatened. Juvenile squirrels often practice these vocalisations while foraging.
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