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African stonechats exhibit spontaneous nocturnal activity echoing that of European stonechats, indicating the presence of Zugunruhe. The researchers propose that this migratory program may be a common avian feature, allowing birds to adapt to environmental changes.
Farmers in Norway are threatening to scale up bird scaring efforts unless compensated for crop damage, posing a threat to pink-footed geese migration. The model predicts severe consequences for the population if scaring is implemented abruptly, highlighting the need for compensation and adaptation strategies.
Researchers found that displaced songbirds in the high Arctic use a combination of geomagnetic and solar cues to adjust their orientation. The study suggests that birds may rely on declination to determine longitudinal position, allowing them to navigate despite challenging conditions.
Researchers found that bright-colored light can interfere with birds' magnetoreception, but in dim light, they still use a 'chemical compass' to migrate. The study reveals two distinct mechanisms of magnetoreceptors in birds: an inclination compass and a polarity-driven compass.
Researchers found that male songbirds who shed their feathers too late may have duller, less colorful plumage, which could disadvantage them in attracting mates. The study, published in Science, used stable hydrogen isotopes and spectrometry to analyze feather color and carotenoid concentrations.
Researchers have discovered a new mechanism by which migratory songbirds sense geomagnetic fields and orient their flight. Head-scanning behavior is used by birds to detect the direction of the Earth's magnetic field, allowing them to navigate during yearly journeys covering thousands of kilometers.
A new study finds that nocturnally migrating songbirds skimp on sleep without suffering negative effects, unlike other animals. By studying captive white-crowned sparrows over a year, researchers found the birds' brains showed no signs of sleep deprivation during migration periods.
Researchers discovered that migrating birds sleep less during migration periods and still perform normally. However, they experience impaired performance when not migrating, similar to humans with sleep disorders. The study provides an intriguing model for studying mechanisms of seasonal mood disorders.
Researchers discovered that migratory birds can detect fluctuations in magnetic fields using a molecular substrate for chemical reactions. The study found that the birds' sensitivity to artificial magnetic fields ruled out the use of simple magnetic materials in their beaks or brains.
A new study finds that declining winter habitats of migratory songbirds significantly affect their ability to reproduce. Researchers measured stable carbon isotopes in the birds' blood, revealing a 'food chain signature' tied to habitat quality.
Researchers are using stable isotopes in bird feathers to track migration patterns and wintering grounds, revealing previously unknown information about bird dispersal. This technique provides a faster and more cost-effective alternative to traditional methods like banding, allowing scientists to gather data on a wider scale.
Research by Scott McWilliams at the University of Rhode Island shows that birds' digestive systems adapt to meet changing energy demands during migration. Birds need sufficient protein to build their digestive tract, which can impact habitat management at key stop-over sites.
Climate change is affecting the abundance and diversity of migratory birds, as warmer winters increase competition for resources. Analysis of bird census and climate data in central Europe found a decrease in long-distance migratory bird species, with some species breeding earlier.