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TOP 10 ANIMAL LOUDMOUTHS

Apparently "Yakety Yak, Don't Talk Back" never made it into heavy rotation on animal radio back in the day. The creature kingdom is full of culprits all too happy to toot their own horns, be it in the name of love, protection or just to say hello. From howls and hoots to songs and sonic booms, the Top 10 Animal Loudmouths have no intention of zipping their lips.

10. ALLIGATOR

Technically, alligators don't even have vocal chords, but surprisingly enough, this doesn't prevent them from making a racket. Alligators hiss, grunt, cough, growl and, most famously, bellow, the latter of which is preceded by an infrasonic signal that actually rolls along the water, causing it to vibrate or "dance." While the frequency is too low for humans to hear, it can travel great distances to reach potential mates. Finally — a long-distance calling plan that works!