why do birds sing in the morning

Birds sing in the morning primarily as part of the "dawn chorus," a behavior especially prominent during the spring breeding season. Male birds use their songs early in the morning to attract mates by signaling their health and territory strength. They also signal to rival males that the area is occupied. Since the early morning is too dark for foraging but generally quiet with less wind and background noise, it's an ideal time for birds to sing loudly and clearly. This stillness allows their songs to carry farther, enhancing communication. Additionally, singing in low light reduces the risk of predation because predators find it harder to locate singing birds in dim conditions. Research also suggests that the morning singing might serve as a vocal warm-up that helps birds perform better vocally later in the day. Thus, birds sing in the morning to mark territory, attract mates, take advantage of favorable acoustic conditions, and reduce predation risk during a time when foraging is less practical.