Bird Migration Climate Animation (VIDEO)

Colorado State University

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Peak abundance for seeds, fruits and insects is known to be occurring earlier than it used to (green line). The question posed by this animation is whether or not birds can shift their migration timing enough to stay in sync with peak food availability.

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Kyle Horton/Colorado State University

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