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Scientists recreated chirps of jurassic insects, simulating a 165 million-yo soundscape
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Scientists recreated chirps of jurassic insects, simulating a 165 million-yo soundscape

How amazing is it that scientists have managed to recreate the sounds of insects from the Jurassic period? Thanks to the work of Thorin Jonsson and his team, we can now listen to the chirps of crickets and grasshoppers that lived 165 million years ago. They analyzed well-preserved fossils to uncover the pitches and rhythms of these ancient calls, revealing a rich soundscape that was previously unimaginable. This discovery not only showcases the diversity of life back then but also opens up new questions about the evolution of sound in the animal kingdom.
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