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When a horse whinnies, there's more than meets the ear

A new study finds that horse whinnies are made of both a high and a low frequency, generated by different parts of the vocal tract. The two-tone sound may help horses convey more complex information.

U.S. NewsBy Wire ServicesFebruary 25, 20261 min read

Last updated: April 10, 2026, 2:02 AM

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When a horse whinnies, there's more than meets the ear

A new study finds that horse whinnies are made of both a high and a low frequency, generated by different parts of the vocal tract. The two-tone sound may help horses convey more complex information.

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