Why Animals Talk is a beautiful journey into the world of animal communication, from the majestic howls of wolves to the enchanting chatter of wild parrots, melodic clicks of dolphins to spirited grunts of chimpanzees!
These diverse and often bizarre expressions are more than mere noise. They hold secrets that we are only just beginning to understand.
For example:
- Wolves (just like humans) possess unique accents that distinguish their howls.
- Gibbons have different alarm calls (for leopards or snakes). And also sing romantic duets with their partners!
- Dolphins not only give themselves names, but respond excitedly to recordings of the whistles of long-lost companions.
In each chapter (and by animal), the author draws on extensive research and observations of animals in the wild, to explain why animals communication.
This also offers revealing insight into human language, and how it differs from the entire animal kingdom.
About the Author
Dr Arik Kershenbaum is a world expert in animal vocal communication, and has roamed the wilds of Europe, North America, the Middle East and Southeast Asia, in order to understand it.
He is a college lecturer and fellow at Girton College (University of Cambridge) and has published over 30 academic publications.
