The phrase refers to the acquisition of audio recordings featuring the vocalizations of Zenaida macroura, a common North American bird. These sounds, often in digital formats, can be obtained from various online sources for diverse purposes.
Accessing recordings of these avian calls provides several advantages. Ornithologists and bird enthusiasts utilize them for species identification in the field, attracting the birds for observation, or studying their behavior. The historical context includes a rise in digital audio availability and the increasing accessibility of field recording equipment, enabling widespread distribution of these sounds.
