The Song of Mice: Exploring Communication through Ultrasonic Vocalizations

The video discusses how male mice sing in the presence of female mice, a phenomenon discovered by researcher Tim Holly. The singing is inaudible to humans but can be recorded using sensitive microphones and made audible with a computer program. The mouse songs consist of various syllables, similar to human speech. Understanding these songs may provide insights into the human brain.

Describe the similarities between mouse songs and human speech.

What is the significance of understanding the songs of mice according to researchers?