Wednesday
The Tawny Frogmouth’s Low Hum
A strange night voice—and the meaning behind its steady, resonant call.
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The Shorebird That Calls Before It Flies
What flock voices may reveal as migration approaches.
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“The more we understand the language of birds, the more we appreciate the natural world and our place in it.”
— Liz Austin
Hi, I’m Liz Austin.
Bird Communication Researcher · Nature Educator
My background is in linguistics, music, and adult education, and I’ve loved and been curious about birds for as long as I can remember. Tails Talk is where those worlds come together.
MA, Linguistics & Adult Education · BA, Music