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BirdNote 4524 - The Sound of a Thousand Geese Taking Off at Once

Escape the daily grind and immerse yourself in the natural world. Rich in imagery, sound, and information, BirdNote inspires you to notice the world around you.

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Duration 01:43

Published 22 Oct 2026

When Snow Geese get together, it gets noisy!

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Episode's summary

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Migrations: A Whimbrel’s Wayward Journey

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