Analysis Summary:

The article's accuracy is mixed. The core idea of plants emitting sounds and animals reacting to them is plausible, but the extent and interpretation require careful consideration. There's a moderate bias towards sensationalizing the findings, potentially overstating the implications of the research.

Detailed Analysis:

• Claim:** "Animals react to secret sounds from plants, say scientists." This is the central claim. Verification Sources #1, #4, and #5 suggest that plants can emit signals (electrochemical, potentially acoustic), and animals might react. However, the term "secret sounds" implies a hidden communication system, which is a potentially biased interpretation.
• Claim:** "It opens up the possibility that an invisible ecosystem might exist between plants and animals." This is a speculative statement. While the idea is intriguing, the provided sources don't definitively confirm the existence of a complex, "invisible ecosystem." Verification Source #4 touches on the history of research into plant communication, noting that some past interpretations have been overly enthusiastic.
• General Point:** The article lacks specific details about the "scientists" involved, the type of sounds emitted, and the nature of the animal reactions. This lack of specificity makes it difficult to assess the factual accuracy fully.

Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:

• Supporting Evidence:** Verification Source #1 mentions plants defending themselves and reacting, suggesting some form of communication or response. Verification Source #5 discusses the history of plant communication research.
• Contradictions/Lack of Coverage:** The provided sources do not offer direct support for the existence of an "invisible ecosystem" as described in the article. Verification Source #4 cautions against overstating the findings of plant communication research, referencing the controversial book "The Secret Life of Plants."
• Agreements:** The sources generally agree that plants can emit signals and react to their environment.