Echoes of change, Tracking soundscapes in a warming world

The video discusses how soundscapes tell stories about their environments and how global warming and human activities are altering these natural soundscapes. The speaker, a soundscape ecologist, shares experiences from recording at Sugarloaf State Park and other locations like Costa Rica and Fiji, highlighting the drastic changes in habitats over time. The video emphasizes the importance of preserving these soundscapes and reflects on the personal connection to the natural world through sound.

What is the primary role of a soundscape ecologist?

• To track animal migration patterns

• To record and analyze natural sounds

• To measure air pollution levels

• To study the visual aspects of landscapes

What significant change was observed in Sugarloaf State Park between 2004 and 2014?

• Introduction of new plant species

• Rise in human activity

• Decrease in stream sound signature

• Increase in bird population

What was the main cause of the 'Silent Spring' in 2015?

• Major drought in California

• Increased logging activities

• Rise in tourism

• Introduction of invasive species

How does the sound of a dying coral reef differ from a living one?

• It is louder

• It is more vibrant

• It has hardly any fish sounds

• It has more fish sounds

What personal benefit did the narrator gain from recording soundscapes?

• A new career opportunity

• Financial profit

• Increased social status

• A deeper awareness of the living world