Edward McNabb’s groundbreaking work in conservation bioacoustics revolutionized how scientists study nocturnal wildlife. By harnessing advanced sound recording technologies and pioneering analytical methods, McNabb opened a window into the secret lives of elusive species active under the cover of darkness. His extensive field research shed light on complex communication patterns among bats, owls, and other night dwellers, enabling conservationists to develop more targeted strategies to protect these vulnerable populations. His legacy is not only in the data collected but also in the global network of researchers inspired by his methodology.

McNabb championed an interdisciplinary approach that combined ecology, acoustics, and technology, which led to key breakthroughs…