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Urbanization changes birds’ migratory behavior

April 28, 2020

Warmer temperatures and food resources — from bird feeders to trash cans — in urban areas change the migratory behaviors of bird species, even resulting in more resident populations, according to new research. “This showed …

Satellites show Gulf of California fin whales are residents

February 13, 2019

Scientists have long known that fin whales (Balaenoptera physalus) in the Gulf of California are unusual. They’re spotted there year-round, while most other whale species migrate. Using satellite data, researchers recently confirmed that these fin …