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The naturalist muses on the messages conveyed in the syllables, melodies and repeated phrases of singing birds. From 2009.

Humans aren't the only species who sing. Many birds do and even another ape.

What messages are conveyed in the syllables, melodies and repeated phrases, and who is listening?

Series of talks by Sir David Attenborough on the natural histories of creatures and plants from around the world.

Produce: Julian Hector

First broadcast on 91福利社 Radio 4 in July 2009.

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