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Eavesdropping Squirrels
Eastern gray squirrels listen in to birds’ conversations for cues about nearby predator risk, according to a new study from Oberlin College. Researchers found that hearing casual bird chatter after a predator call signals safety to squirrels.
Read more on my Animal Minds blog: Squirrels Eavesdrop on Bird Chatter as Sign of Safety.
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Female Birds Sing, Too
Though understudied, female birdsong is relatively common, even in songbird species in north temperate regions. In a new study, researchers looked at why female eastern bluebirds sing -- to maintain and strengthen the bond with their mates.
Read my latest Animal Minds blog post: Why Do Female Birds Sing?
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