The Mystery of Why Birds Migrate at Night

MARY JO DILONARDO, MNN | September 30, 2019

The majority of birds migrate at night. In this piece experts discuss the advantages of night migration to the bird including safety from predators and better air and temperature conditions.

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MARY JO DILONARDO, MNN | September 30, 2019

The majority of birds migrate at night. In this piece experts discuss the advantages of night migration to the bird including safety from predators and better air and temperature conditions.