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Is global warming impacting bird migration?

Global warming refers to the rise in global temperatures due to the increasing concentrations of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. One impact is that northern latitudes are experiencing warmer mean annual temperatures and experiencing earlier springs, milder winters and delayed falls.

Bird migration is a natural phenomenon that involves the seasonal movement of birds from one place to another. Their evolutionary adaptation allows species to take advantage of seasonal resources and avoid harsh winter conditions. Because seasonal change is a dependable feature of our planet, migratory bird species have adapted to this seasonality as it coincides with the optimal conditions for feeding, breeding and raising their young. Continue reading

Category: Climate, Phenomena

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