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Passerine
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Passerines are renowned for their sophisticated vocal capabilities, facilitated by a highly specialized vocal organ, the syrinx. Unlike many other bird groups, the passerine syrinx typically possesses specialized muscles allowing for the production of two distinct notes simultaneously, contributing to the complexity observed in their songs.
The complexity of passerine song is quantifiable through advanced [spectral… -
Passerine Bird
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Vocalization and Song Complexity
Vocalizations are perhaps the most studied aspect of passerine biology. Song production is often sexually selected, with males employing complex repertoires to attract mates and defend territory. The complexity of a song is often quantified using the Shannon Diversity Index applied to note transitions. For instance, t…