Last month, we explored whether birds have a keen sense of smell (https://www.earthgardeners.it/en/2025/01/30/do-birds-have-good-noses/), and contrary to popular belief, we concluded they do. The racing pigeon, a domestic breed refined over centuries for its strong attachment to its home, provides a fascinating example. When transported far from its dovecote and released, […]
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To guide their migratory movements or return to a known destination, animals possess a series of compass mechanisms based on the vision of the sun, the stars, or the perception of the Earth’s magnetic field. Depending on their availability, they often help themselves in succession with more than one of […]