baɪəʊˈɑːkəʊstɪks

Definitions

1. noun

The study of the relationship between living organisms and sound, including the study of animal vocalizations and the use of sound by animals for communication and navigation.

“The biologist used bioacoustics to analyze the unique vocalizations of the endangered species.”

2. noun

The sounds produced by living organisms, including animal vocalizations and other forms of bio-generated sound.

“The sounds of the forest at night were a fascinating example of bioacoustics in action.”