Some birds use the sun, like a built-in compass, to know where they're going. They also have a special sense in their eyes that helps them see the Earth’s magnetic field, kind of like having an invisible map inside them. When it's cloudy or dark, they can even follow stars at night, just like sailors used to do. This makes sure they never get lost on their long journeys.
Examples
- A bird uses the sun like a clock, knowing where it is based on time and position.
- During the night, a bird looks at the stars above and follows them like they are road signs.
- A young bird watches its parent fly and learns how to follow the same path.
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- How Do Birds Migrate So Far?
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Categories: Biology · Bird Navigation,Animal Behavior,Migration