How does the coiled windpipe of a crane affect its call?

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The coiled windpipe, or trachea, found in cranes is an anatomical adaptation that significantly influences their vocalizations. By forming several convolutions, the trachea provides added power and resonance to the bird's voice, allowing its calls to carry for distances of a mile or more.1