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A global citizen-science study found that humans tend to prefer many animal sounds favored by the species themselves, suggesting a shared aesthetic judgment. The study also showed that lower-pitched sounds are preferred by humans, with some variation in alignment across individuals.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Humans and animals share preferences for sounds, citizen-science study shows American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) · Mar 19, 2026 · first to report
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