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Birds Experience Jet Lag Too!

From NPR · October 29, 2026
Birds Experience Jet Lag Too!

A new study shows that a species of seabirds, known as Manx shearwaters, can become disoriented when flying back to their nests after crossing time zones. This phenomenon, similar to human jet lag, reveals how animals are affected by changes in their environment. Understanding this can help us learn more about animal behavior and migration.

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