Episode #161- Lost Mews, Long Mews, and Whines
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23m
This video provides a great example of how a large group of cows and calves typically communicates while on the move through broken terrain/cover when they feel safe, secure, and relaxed. Here, you’ll hear the variety of vocal signatures cows and calves can have, the range of volume they can express when vocalizing, the timing/cadence of their vocalizations, as well as their intensity, inflection, and “breathiness.” This is another great video to listen to while practicing your calls.
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