Horses, with their high-pitched whinnies, seemed to buck the trend of larger animals producing lower sounds, but a new study explains the mechanics behind the noises a horse makes. By Kate ...
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Scientists finally discovered how horses make that signature sound—and it's not what anyone expected
Think of a horse in a field lifting its head to call across the field. It is a sound that is high and piercing, yet somehow rich and full, and so familiar that most people would know it instantly.
Horses 'whinny' to find new friends, greet old ones and celebrate happy moments, like feeding time. But how exactly they produce the distinctive sound - also called a 'neigh' - has long eluded ...
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The mystery behind the strange whistling sound of horses
Rhythmic sheath noises unsettle many horse owners. Often, respiratory issues or pain are suspected–but usually, something ...
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