Myth: Hens Are Noisy
NO ROOSTERS!
Once again, to clarify CLUCK for Norridge does not support the ownership of roosters, as they tend to be quite noisy. Hens, however, contrary to popular belief, are not as loud as one might think. Their vocalizations rarely reach the same level as a normal human conversation, which is around 60-70 decibels.
To put this into perspective, let's compare the decibel levels of hens to other sounds in our everyday lives. Take house sparrows; these energetic birds chatter continuously from 6 am to 9 pm, producing a sound intensity of approximately 70 decibels. Canadian Geese, those majestic birds that grace the skies with their distinctive honking. If you've ever been near a flock of Canadian Geese, you know that their honks can be pretty formidable. But just how loud are they? According to researchers, Canadian Geese honk at a maximum volume of 88 decibels. Common wrens, despite their diminutive size, have quite the set of pipes. Their squawks can reach an impressive range of 90 to 110 decibels. So, in terms of noise, hens are definitely on the quieter side when compared to their avian neighbors.
Now, let's move on to some other familiar sounds we encounter. On average, our alarm clocks produce an 80-decibel sound to awaken us from sleep, which is less noisy than geese. It's important to note that hens are still well below this sound threshold. When summer arrives, the ubiquitous buzz of cicadas fills the air. These intriguing insects emit sounds reaching anywhere between 90 and 120 decibels. While hens may not sing us a symphony, their soft clucking falls far beneath the earsplitting hum of cicadas. Remember, the next 17-year cicada brood will invade Norridge in the summer of 2024; get your ear plugs now.
We all know that dogs bark to communicate, and when they do, their vocalizations can reach up to 110 decibels. This makes hens seem like whispering serenades in comparison. Even more astonishing are the roaring engines of an airline jet, which can produce a noise level of around 130 decibels. Once again, hens are mere whispers compared to these thundering machines soaring across the sky. So, next time you find yourself in the company of hens, rest assured that their gentle clucking is a far cry from the raucous sounds we encounter daily. These feathered friends have been unjustly labeled as loud, but now we know the truth: hens are some of the most peaceful creatures in our midst.
