Recording the natural sounds around you is a great way to learn more about birds and help scientists study the natural world.
Using a directional shotgun microphone will help minimize the impact of unwanted sounds in challenging sound environments and render a clearer recording of the animal’s sound. Find out more about the advantages of using a shotgun microphone with your recording device in this video.
Want to record but don’t have the full setup? Check out our tips on how to make recordings with just a smartphone: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/how-to-record-bird-sounds-with-your-smartphone-our-tips/
The Cornell Lab’s Macaulay Library has the largest collection of animal sound recordings in the world, and provides training, equipment, and technical resources.
Find out more here: http://macaulaylibrary.org/field-recording#audio-equipment.
Curator – Greg Budney
Film by Chris Foito
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