Unique dialect of Delaware Bay seaside sparrow song could serve as an ‘indicator’ for climate change
Unique dialect of Delaware Bay seaside sparrow song could serve as an ‘indicator’ for climate change
July 8, 2025
Seaside sparrows on the Delaware Bay have a distinct local accent, says Rowan University biology and psychology professor Jerry Hough. Susan Phillips from WHYY News Climate Desk tells the story of Hough's research on birdsong and his concern about disappearing habitat due to climate change and other human-caused factors.
LISTEN: Unique dialect of Delaware Bay seaside sparrow song could serve as an ‘indicator’ for climate change