Mule Deer Create Mental Maps Of Migration Routes
During their seasonal migrations, large grazing mammals like deer are able to easily navigate the state of Wyoming.
These Butterflies Have the Longest Known Migration Route
Each fall, Painted Lady butterflies (Vanessa cardui) migrate from Europe to subtropical Africa. Individuals can travel as far as 4,000 kilometers.
Sensing Longitude Among Birds
A study has shown that the Eurasian reed warbler is able to sense magnetic declination and use that information to determine their migratory flight path.
Navigate Around Crime with RedZone
The RedZone app is used for navigation but has other purposes, including allowing businesses to see where there is consistently high levels of crime in an area they may be considering doing business in.
Animal Navigation Through Magnetoception
Magnetoception is the ability for certain animals to orient themselves based on the earth’s magnetic field.