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Imagine what it is when the first rays of sunlight pass through the gaps in the curtains and an old and familiar cry rings out in the morning mist?
That's right, it's the crowing of the rooster, the sunrise herald since ancient times.
But if one day, when the sound becomes no longer pure, and the hen joins in the chorus of this morning song, won't your curiosity be aroused?
Why do they push the boundaries of gender and challenge our preconceived notions of the role of the natural world? Are they just trying to fill in the void, or are they hiding other secrets that we haven't yet revealed?
In tracing this rare phenomenon, one can't help but wonder what impact does the hen's "voice change" have on our lives when it is intertwined with the call of dawn?
1. The secret of the "natural alarm clock".
At dawn in the countryside, before a ray of light shines through the curtains, a loud "oh oh oh" pierces the silence and announces the arrival of a new day.
This is not a farmer who is in a hurry to get up, but a rooster who has no salary but always sticks to his post.
You may be wondering, without a watch, without a smartphone, how can these feathered creatures be more punctual than you?
The secret behind this is not a simple instinct, but a complex puzzle of biology.
The concept of the biological clock, long before humans invented clocks, the rooster has used it to the fullest.
Scientific research has revealed that roosters do have a sophisticated clock mechanism in their bodies, thanks to the extraordinary structure of their brains and the secretion of rhythmic sex hormones.
Before the first rays of dawn have yet to visit the earth, the rooster's internal clock has already sounded the bell of a new day.
Interestingly, this mechanism does not rely on direct stimulation from sunlight.
Even on continuous rainy days, the crowing of the rooster still arrives as scheduled, which makes many "non-early bird" humans feel both envious and helpless.
In a digitally controlled society, people often need several alarm clocks to barely get out of bed, and these roosters with natural alarm clocks have never recorded lying in bed.
Not only are they able to predict the dawn, but even when our tech products are out of service due to low batteries, the roosters are determined to complete their mission.
This contrast makes one wonder, is it our lifestyle habits that need to be adjusted, or do we need to learn time management from the rooster?
It is worthy of being a masterpiece of nature, the rooster is not only accurate, but its crowing volume can reach 130 decibels, a value that many rock singers are ashamed of.
However, such a voice is not used for concerts, but for self-expression on time every day. Imagine how your neighbor would feel if he woke you up every morning with super-high decibel music.
But for roosters, such behavior is part of their survival, their way of establishing prestige among the flock.
Second, the crowing of a rooster is not just instinct
The crowing of the rooster is not just a biological miracle, it is also a "megaphone" in the chicken society, used to broadcast its presence and supremacy.
In the world of chickens, crowing is like a dynamic update on social media, a way for roosters to "show off".
Imagine if there is a "chicken crow dating" app in the flock, then the rooster that crows first every day is undoubtedly the super Internet celebrity with the most "fans".
In this seemingly harmonious village life, there is actually a competition of sounds.
The battle between roosters is not through fists (or paws), but through their throats.
Roosters with loud volume and good sound quality tend to occupy a higher social status and attract more hens.
And those roosters with petite voices are likely to be squeezed out of the margins of society, and can only watch with envy the "high-quality" roosters enjoying the VIP treatment in the flock.
However, this "power of sound" is not always smooth sailing.
Sometimes, a young, strong rooster will challenge the "boss" and declare his struggle with a louder, more powerful crow.
It's like watching an ancient battle for the throne, except that the crown is replaced by a feather.
The struggles and changes in social status are vividly interpreted in these seemingly simple creatures.
But don't think that you have to be loud to win. In this war that is not in sight, rhythm and persistence are also key.
If a rooster wants to win in this race for social status, it must not only crow loudly, but also for a long time.
A fierce "throasting marathon" begins, and whoever can last until the end will win respect and affection among the flock.
Does all this sound a bit like competition in human society?
It's just that we use WeChat Moments and Instagram Stories, while the roosters use the "Moments" given by nature - the early morning crowing.
So, what exactly is the biological mechanism that gives the rooster this ability?
3. When the hen "changes her voice"
In the world of chickens, it is usually the rooster who takes on the role of a wake-up trumpeter, but occasionally, the hen also sings a solo song on this male-dominated stage.
This phenomenon is like a female voice suddenly singing a lead in a male choir, leaving all the audience jaw-dropping.
This phenomenon of the hen's "voice change" is not only novel, but also challenges our traditional understanding of the gender role of chickens.
Usually hens are low-key, focusing on laying eggs and hatching, but when they start to crow, it causes a small "flock of chickens".
At this time, the rooster may feel that his position is threatened, after all, no one wants to see their "exclusive stage" occupied by others.
The hen's crow, while not as loud as the rooster's, can unexpectedly make headlines in the flock in some cases.
Scientists have studied this phenomenon and found that it usually occurs in flocks where there are no roosters or a low number of roosters.
As soon as the rooster is not in the rivers and lakes, the hen seems to "pick up the beam" and start trying to fill the vacancy.
These hens aren't just crowing, they may actually be trying to play the role of a rooster, including leading the flock and protecting the territory.
This change in behavior is like they know that they want to carry the banner themselves on this stage where there are no "big guys".
But what exactly does a hen do like this, and does their voice really have the same effect as a rooster?
Fourth, the call of the dawn
Since ancient times, the crowing of a rooster has been like nature's own alarm clock, and its call marks the beginning of a new day.
In the agrarian culture of mankind, this is not just a sound, it is a symbol of industriousness and the concept of time.
Have you ever imagined how the old farmers would have gotten up on time to take care of their crops and livestock without the crowing of the rooster?
There may be a large number of "late ancestors", leading to more anecdotes in the history books about "late arrivals lead to harvest failures".
Rooster crowing not only plays an important role in farming life, but also has a place in human culture.
The poet heralded the dawn through the rooster's mouth, and the painter portrayed it as a symbol of new life and light.
In many cultures, the rooster is a representation of courage, alertness, and honesty.
These images are endlessly popped up in ancient myths and legends, such as in Greek mythology, where the rooster was the messenger of the gods, announcing the divine dawn.
However, the role of the rooster in modern society has become complicated.
The chirp that farmers once expected may now seem like "noise pollution" to some city dwellers.
Some city dwellers who are not accustomed to the rhythm of rural life may complain: "Why did this loud sound of heaven sound at four o'clock in the morning?"
The epitome of the collision between modern life and traditional farming culture also reflects the subtle changes that are taking place in the relationship between human beings and the natural world.
The crowing of a rooster is not only a biological instinctive behavior, it also carries a rich symbolic meaning in human society and culture.
From the "natural alarm clock" in an agrarian society to a cultural symbol to a "noise source" in modern life, the role of the rooster crow has undergone multiple transformations.
These transformations not only demonstrate the multifaceted nature of the rooster in human life, but also reflect the complex interaction between humans and the natural environment.
So, in this ever-changing world, can we still hear those ancient calls from the crowing of the rooster and feel that ancient connection with the natural world?
epilogue
After exploring the spectacle of hen "changing voice" and the role of rooster crowing in human life, we can't help but feel a lot of emotion.
The daily lives of these birds and animals are so closely connected to human culture, emotions and life. Their stories silently tell the subtle connection between the laws of nature and human society, and also reflect our deep understanding of the natural world.
From the unusual behavior of hens to the traditional crowing of roosters, these phenomena are not just biological anecdotes, they provoke us to think deeply about time, society, and even existence.
In the fast-paced modern society, can we still hear the sounds of the natural world, and do we remember those ancient and simple ways of life?
They remind us that no matter how the world changes, the laws of nature and the rhythm of life are always with us.
These tiny chirps are not only a sign of time, but also a symbol of the resonance of life. So, are we willing to slow down and listen to those long ago dawn calls?
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