Inside the Avian Ear: What Science Tells Us About Bird Hearing

Inside the Avian Ear: What Science Tells Us About Bird Hearing

Author: Janet Marlow September 3, 2025 Duration: 6:21

Imagine if every time you lost your hearing after a loud concert or a construction site next door, your ears simply fixed themselves. Sounds like science fiction, right? Well… birds can actually do this.

Hi, I’m Janet Marlow, sound behaviorist and founder of Pet Acoustics. In this episode of We’re All Ears, we’re going to step into the world of birds—how they hear, why their ears are so different, and the superpower they have that we humans can only dream of: regenerating hearing.
By the end, you’ll not only know more about your feathered neighbors, but you’ll also see how studying them could shape the future of hearing health—for pets, for people, and for our understanding of sound itself.


In Pet Acoustics: We're All Ears!, host Janet Marlow explores the intricate relationship between animals and the soundscapes they inhabit. As a Sound Behaviorist and founder of Pet Acoustics, Janet guides listeners through a nuanced auditory journey, revealing how creatures great and small perceive frequencies and noises invisible to human ears. This podcast isn't just about cute pets; it's a deep dive into the science of hearing, behavior, and emotional well-being. You'll discover how everyday sounds-from household appliances to city traffic-can trigger profound reactions in animals, influencing their stress levels, moods, and even their health. Each episode is built on the premise that by understanding the acoustic world from an animal's perspective, we can forge deeper, more harmonious bonds with our companions. Whether you're a pet owner, an animal lover, or simply curious about the hidden sensory experiences of other species, this series offers a unique blend of research, practical advice, and captivating stories. Tune in to hear conversations that will change how you listen to the world alongside your furry, feathered, or scaled friends.
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