In this episode, we speak with Michel André, founder of Sense of Silence, and Soraya Hidalgo Hidalgo about their work at the forefront of bioacoustics - the study of how living organisms produce, transmit, and receive sound.
Their globally dispersed acoustic observatories act as artificial ears, using microphones and hydrophones to continuously record soundscapes on land and at sea. This audio data is then analyzed by machine learning algorithms to classify different species' vocalizations amidst ambient environmental sounds.
By reconstructing these "soundscapes", researchers gain unprecedented insights into biodiversity and ecosystem health across diverse regions like the Amazon rainforest, polar regions, and marine protected areas. The long-term monitoring can detect changes from threats like deforestation, climate change, and noise pollution.
As Michel explains, "If hearing is the sense most universally shared by life on Earth, then acoustics is essential for measuring the pulse of nature's health and our own survival."
Beyond the scientific insights, the Sense of Silence team hopes to reawaken humanity's appreciation for the natural symphonies around us. As Soraya recounts her experience in the Amazon, "When you close your eyes at night, you hear this beautiful, perfect orchestra of animals, insects, the trees swaying. You feel we must preserve these ecosystems."
Our planetary life-support systems are under strain, but by learning to listen to nature's orchestra, we can harmonize our role as a more conscious force for sustainability. Join us for this fascinating discussion at the intersection of science, technology, and conservation.
To learn more: http://www.thesenseofsilencefoundation.com/
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