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Tag: migration

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How Migratory Birds Find their Way: a Newly Discovered Protein

Researchers have discovered a magnetosensitive protein that may explain how migratory animals such as birds can navigate and orient themselves using the Earth’s magnetic field. Continue reading How Migratory Birds Find their Way: a Newly Discovered Protein

August 6, 2021July 24, 2021Leave a comment
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Rainfall in Africa Drives Butterfly Populations in Europe

Rainfall in Africa drives the growth of plants that allow painted lady butterflies to make their flight to Europe and back each year. Continue reading Rainfall in Africa Drives Butterfly Populations in Europe

August 3, 2021July 24, 2021Leave a comment
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The Shark Movement: Fresh insight into Tiger Sharks in Gulf of Mexico

A recent study of tiger sharks reveals migratory changes based on life stage, sex, and season – and points to oil drilling platforms as key hangout spots, which could have large consequences for their population. Continue reading The Shark Movement: Fresh insight into Tiger Sharks in Gulf of Mexico

August 4, 2020August 4, 20205 Comments

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