This soundscape follows a full-grown female Carcharodontosaurus at close range, as she stalks and pursues a large heard of herbivores. The chase is on as predator and prey struggle for survival along the lush flood plains of ancient Morocco. The accompanying musical score features the nay (end-blown flute) and tar (frame drum), both traditional instruments of North Africa.
The duck billed Parasaurolophus, more than any other dinosaur, has been the subject of great interest regarding the possible sounds it made. Equipped with a large crest shooting back from its head, Parasaurolophus may have used the hollow crest as a resonating chamber. Though Scientists have actually created a computer-generated audio simulation of the dinosaur's sounds based on extensive research of its skull, the sounds created for Songs of the Parasaurolophus are purely the product of speculation and artistic interpretation.
This final soundscape takes place in Alberta, Canada 75 million years ago, where open grazing land forms the Parasaurolophus' habitat. Individual animals call back and forth with gurgles, trumpeting sounds, clicks, pops and other noises. The variety of calls demonstrates the sophisticated communication skills this species is capable of producing. Whether protecting territory, signaling danger, or attracting a mate, Parasaurolophus makes some of the most musical sounds of the Cretaceous period.
