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“You can listen to a birdsong, and from the content of the birdsong, you will be able to determine whether or not the bird grew up in a noise-polluted environment or whether it grew up in a pristine, clean environment. Isn't that incredible?”

Quote by Gordon Hempton

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Gordon Hempton is a renowned author whose works focus on natural sounds and environmental protection. His writings delve into the relationship between humans and nature, emphasizing the importance of natural sounds to human spirit. more

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