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Waterways and wetlands provide rich environments for birds of all kinds to establish their habitats and nesting and hunting grounds. These wetlands and prairies live in the richness and diversity of birdsong of all kinds. This ambient soundscape offers choruses of birds from wetlands and waterways recorded in their natural habitats. You will be able to hear larks, doves, coots, geese, mallards and many other beautiful calls and melodious birdsong.

The Gilded Flicker combines some elements from both the yellow-shafted and red-shafted forms of Northern Flicker. Gilded Flicker is slightly smaller than either, and it nests in holes in giant saguaro cactus. Gilded Flicker adds character and punch to the beautiful chorus of birds recorded in American forests and lowlands.

The Vesper Sparrow can be found in both open spaces and bushy woodland. The male sings from a higher perch, such as a shrub or fence post. The musical song begins with two pairs of repeated whistled notes and ends in a series of trills. In summer, its clear song may be heard at any time of day but it sings most impressively in the evening. This recording offers continuous Vesper Sparrow birdsong recorded in its natural habitat of grasslands together with other birds and ground creatures.

The clear whistled song of the Eastern Meadowlark can be heard in spring not only in the East of North American but also in desert grasslands of the Southwest. The song of this bird is of pure, melancholy whistles, which is simpler than the busier and flutey song of the Western Meadowlark. The black 'V' shaped patch on its chest also distinguishes the Eastern Meadowlark. This ambient soundscape offers the Western Meadowlark's birdsong recorded in its natural habitat together with other birds, insects and other ground creatures.

The Western Meadowlark can be found in grasslands, prairies, pastures, and abandoned fields, all of which may be found across western and central North America, as far south as northern Mexico. Similar to the Eastern Meadowlark in appearance, this bird is recognised by its very different song and call-notes. This ambient soundscape offers the Western Meadowlark's birdsong recorded in its natural habitat together with other birds, insects and other ground creatures.

These small bluebirds are among the most beautiful birds of the north. Their milky-blue colour is present even in the shells of their eggs. They often live in open and mountainous terrain as far north as Alaska. The male bluebird can be seen singing from bare branches right at dawn, just when the sun rises. His song is gentle and melodious. It resonates with rising sun and sets perfect mood for the day. Enjoy this gentle birdsong together with other birds and creatures of the north.

The Carolina Turtledove has one of the most familiar bird sounds adding elements of warmth and familiarity to natural forest ambience. This bird is known by many names. From southern Canada to central Mexico, Europe and other parts of the world this dove is abundant in open country and woodlands. This recording of woodland birdsong is accompanied by gentle cooing of Carolina Turtledoves.

From North American evergreen forests, bubbling and uplifting, the song of the winter wren is a real energy booster. Winter wrens produce longer song modulations using the power of both inhalation and exhalation breathing sequences, and they sing many variations of their melodious tunes. This recording features beautiful winter wrens in their natural habitat together with other birds of pine forests.

According to Plato the sea cures all ailments of man. The healing powers of the sea have been known and used since ancient times. In today's hectic times being physically by the sea is often limited to a week's holiday. Many holistic benefits of the sea can still be enjoyed through this audio recording which captures the full spectrum of long ocean wave frequencies and delivers listeners to the promised sea land.

What makes ocean waves so addictive? The ancient wisdom that being near the seaside is good for your health turns out of be true for many of us. And the sound of ocean waves provides excellent relaxation and regeneration benefits. The notion that being near a beach makes one feel healthy is not new, of course. Doctors were prescribing trips to the sea as early as the 18th century.

Life satisfaction and overall wellbeing is often enhanced after stopping to watch a glorious sunset, when for a few minutes the sky is a spectacle of colour. Sunset may only last a few moments, but the psychological effects of admiring the sunset may persist long after the colour has faded. Ocean waves splashing in the warm light and the beauty of the setting sun produce a similar impact and enhance these psychological benefits further.

Gods seem to be around during the best waves of your life. And this could not be more true whether you are surfing or simply listening in on the magical ocean wave music. This recording will bring you to this world of long, lush waves where it is all too easy to forget your daily problems. So relax, and get lost in the rolling and whispering waves, each with its own unique character.

The forests of Yosemite are home for many melodious birds and forest creatures. This recording features a tranquil continuous recording of afternoon birdsong including comforting mellow owl calls and forest crickets. These birds in their natural forest setting are a perfect background for relaxation or an immediate boost of focus. Whether you need to block some external noise or need a healthy ambiance for productivity, these beautiful birds will take you to that safe space and help you with your daily tasks.

This beautiful soundscape of smooth ocean waves was recorded on the shores of Goa, coastal region of India known for its beautiful beaches, places of worship and world heritage flora and fauna. These smooth waves are perfect for physical and spiritual relaxation, meditation or deep sleep or as a natural soundscape for visualisations aimed at stress reduction.

These gentle Ocean Waves were recorded in lush, golden sandy beaches in small islands near the African coast. A perfect combination of sand, small pebble and gentle wind created this unique ambient music to help with relaxation, yoga or meditation.

Riding a wave is a breathless experience. Sun, salt and sand are a truly virtuous blend. This recording will bring you to this world of long, lush waves where it is too easy to forget your daily problems and face bigger challenges such as long, tall waves.

The barred owl is native to Eastern North America. It is a nocturnal bird with rich baritone hooting calls. Members of a pair often use such hooting sounds to talk to each other. Although the bird is mostly nocturnal, it will also call and even hunt in the daytime. Owl calls have specific deep and mysterious character. This recording offers continuous barred owl bird calls recorded in their natural habitat, together with other birds and forest creatures.

Whip-poor-will is a nocturnal bird carrying out all its main functions in the dark. This bird is a typical nightjar from North America that produces a distinctive repetitive tune capable of inducing a state of trance, aiding deep sleep or meditation. It is this almost psychedelic rhythm and tune that made this bird a topic of numerous legends. This recording offers continuous whip-poor-will birdsong recorded in natural habitat, together with other birds and forest creatures.

Downy woodpeckers are native to deciduous forest areas of North America. For their small size they produce a wide range of birdsongs, calls and characteristic woodpecker drum beats. This recording offers continuous downy woodpecker calls and drumming recorded in their natural habitat, together with other birds and forest creatures.

There's something magical about towering conifers and multiple layers of ferns, shrubs and mosses. And even more so when you hear raindrops gently falling over these green surfaces. And every now and then a few shy birds whistle their melodious tunes. A variety of thrushes are particularly enigmatic in this abundance of peace and quietude, and this recording will set a perfect background for relaxation, meditation or quiet office work.