Tag: Wildlife Behavior
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Shouting Beats Fleeing: UK Study Finds Yelling Deters Seagulls Effectively
Introduction: A vocal solution to a vexing seaside problem Gulls circling a holiday crowd, eyeing a bag of chips or a Cornish pasty, is a familiar scene on UK beaches. Frantically flapping arms or making a break for the shelter station are common reactions. But a recent UK study suggests a surprisingly simple, humane tactic…
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UM Students Uncover Animal Behavior through Camera Traps in Montana
Fieldwork on a Montana hillside On a sunlit slope in northwest Montana, a group of University of Montana students set out to observe wildlife in a hands-on way. They rely on camera traps — motion-activated cameras positioned in natural habitats — to capture how animals move, what they eat, and how they interact with their…
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When the Sun Went Dark: How the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse Sparked a False Dawn Chorus in Birds
Overview: A Celestial Event Influencing Birdsong The total solar eclipse of April 2024 swept across North America, dimming the sky and momentarily disrupting daytime life. While many observers tracked the path of totality with awe, researchers saw an opportunity to study how birds respond to sudden shifts in light. A collaborative effort led by Indiana…
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Polar bears seize abandoned Russian Arctic research station
Drone captures bears at an abandoned research station In a striking late-summer scene, a group of polar bears has moved into an abandoned Soviet polar research station on Kolyuchin Island, a remote outpost off Russia’s far northeastern coast. The site sits in the Chukchi Sea, where scientists once studied polar conditions before the Soviet era…
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Brazilian Jaguar Sets Swimming Record: A New Era for Big Cats
A Jaguar’s Unbelievable Journey in Brazil A stunning event recently unfolded in Brazil, capturing the attention of wildlife enthusiasts and researchers alike—a jaguar accomplished a remarkable swim that not only broke existing records but also raised intriguing questions about its behavior. This extraordinary feat is a testament to the adaptability and capabilities of these powerful…