Plant bioacoustics also opens a window into the hidden world of plant communication and perception, challenging the notion that plants are otherwise, silent and unresponsive.
The fall season in Indiana inspires birdwatchers to witness the remarkable rhythms of nature as birds migrate through the state. Watching a flock of sparrows dance among the trees, or listening to the trumpeting geese passing overhead fills us with a special sense of wonder.
As our human population continues to increase and the space needed for our species to survive spreads and, at times, collides too much with nature, our mindfulness of this crucial balance is even more critical. If we aren’t continuously cognizant of the delicate balance and coexistence between humans and nature, it can become overwhelming to the point of destruction for some living creatures.