Some birds possess a remarkable sixth sense, they can detect Earth’s magnetic field, using it as a natural GPS to migrate thousands of miles with astonishing accuracy.
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Here are some birds use earth's magnetic field to navigate:
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European Robin
This tiny bird migrates using magnetoreception, with special eye proteins that detect magnetic fields!
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Homing Pigeon
Homing Pigeons are legendary navigators in war, using magnetic fields and visual cues to find home.
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Arctic Tern
The Arctic Tern migrates the longest distance on Earth, using Earth's magnetic field and sun positioning for navigation.
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Bobolink
Bobolinks, small North American songbirds, use magnetic cues to migrate annually from Canada to South America, staying on course.
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Swainson’s Thrush
Swainson’s Thrush migrates annually from Canada to South America, navigating using Earth's magnetic field and stars.