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Introduction to Bioacoustics
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Introduction to Bioacoustics

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What is the primary function of frog calls?

  • Courtship and mating
  • Territorial establishment and defense
  • Expressing distress or alarm
  • All of the above (correct)

    • How do avian vocalizations differ from anuran vocalizations?

  • Avian vocalizations are used only for courtship and mating, unlike anuran vocalizations.
  • Avian vocalizations are less influenced by environmental factors than anuran vocalizations.
  • Avian vocalizations are easier to isolate and study compared to anuran vocalizations.
  • Avian vocalizations are more complex and varied compared to anuran vocalizations. (correct)

    • Which factor is NOT mentioned in the text as affecting animal vocalizations?

  • Anthropogenic noise
  • Invasive species
  • Morphology
  • Genetic variation (correct)

    • What is the purpose of using the 'playback method' in recording frog calls?

    <p>To attract frogs to the recording location</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of acoustic signals that can be analyzed?

    <p>Genetic variation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of studying bioacoustics in animals?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a benefit of being able to recognize an animal's call?

    <p>Accurately estimating the population size of the species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the local names 'Kurukutok', 'Kokok', and 'Tuko' refer to?

    <p>A combination of birds, reptiles, and mammals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of acoustic analysis in the study of Philippine frogs?

    <p>It helps in detecting and identifying frogs due to high morphological variation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the local name 'Kokak' is correct?

    <p>It is used to refer to frogs in general, even though no Philippine frogs make the 'kokak' sound</p> Signup and view all the answers

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