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Is the siamang's call audible for miles?

šŸ’” The Answer

  • A siamang's call can be heard up to 3 miles (5 kilometers) away through dense forest.
  • Their throat sac amplifies sound, making it one of the loudest primate calls.
  • Pairs synchronize calls in duets that last up to 30 minutes.
  • These calls serve both territorial defense and mate attraction.

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