The Sounds of the Underground can teach us how health soils are!

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Discover soil ecoacoustics and how researchers use sound to monitor ecosystem health and track insect behaviour underground.

We often think of soils as silent places, but they are actually filled with complex vibrations. This video explores the emerging field of soil ecoacoustics, showing how acoustic species classification helps scientists identify organisms living beneath our feet without disturbing their habitat. You will learn how these bioacoustic methods allow us to listen to the hidden world of soil biodiversity.

Beyond scientific research, we also examine how soil soundscapes are being used in the arts to bridge the gap between ecology and creativity. By recording the subtle movements of organisms, we gain a new perspective on the vital role that underground communities play in the health of our planet.

This is part of the Grounded Minds Consortium's 'Soil Yourself September' speaker series!

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I'm Dr Jake M. Robinson — a microbial ecologist and academic specialising in biodiversity and human health. I hold degrees in ecology, ecosystem health, social research, and neuroscience, with a PhD in microbial ecology and nature-based health interventions. I'm currently based at Flinders University, South Australia.


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