Isla Keesje Davidson

Isla Keesje Davidson, a conservation bioacoustics researcher, dives into the fascinating world of underwater soundscapes and their critical role for marine life. She explains how the sounds of healthy coral reefs attract species, while degrading environments produce ominous auditory signals. Davidson discusses the importance of global acoustic monitoring to understand human impacts on the ocean and emphasizes the potential of sound as a conservation tool. Listeners are encouraged to engage in coral reef conservation efforts through immersive sound recording.

Isla Keesje Davidson, a conservation bioacoustics researcher, takes us on a fascinating journey into the world of coral reefs through the lens of sound. She explains how healthy reefs create vibrant soundscapes crucial for marine life, while stressed reefs produce distress signals. The conversation highlights community engagement in monitoring ocean sounds and the significance of auditory communication among species. Isla inspires listeners to join the fight against human noise pollution and participate in coral conservation efforts.