Wild Things: Wildcats, Pigeons and More…
Cleaner wrasse fish, black widow spiders and even bananas made the news recently as part of the latest wildlife research
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Keeping an Eye on the Help
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Cats on Camera
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Banana Splits
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Observed: The Pigeon Columba livia
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Or Not To V? But some birds, like pigeons, fly in what is known as a “cluster flock.” In such disorganized groups, says a study from the University of London, each pigeon flaps its wings more often and less completely than when alone, using more energy.
The Question: What’s the upside? That “is currently unclear,” say the researchers, but the less energy-efficient wing strokes may allow for better control within a dense flock, and flocking may help birds find food or deter predators.
Mating Safely
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