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Anyone watching the autumn sky knows that migrating birds fly in a V formation, but scientists have long debated why. A new study of ibises finds that these big-winged birds carefully position their ...

NEW YORK — The next time you see birds flying in a V, consider this: A new study says they choreograph the flapping of their wings with exquisite precision to help them on their way. That's what ...

Birds of a feather may flock together, but why they fly in V formations has never been known for certain. Now, with the help of 14 northern bald ibises fitted with lightweight sensors on a 600-mile ...

Birds fly in a V formation to save energy. The bird in front creates lift for those behind. This teamwork makes long flights easier. Scientists studied ibises using tracking devices. They observed ...

Birds flying in a V-formation aren't just for show; it's a clever energy-saving strategy. The lead bird creates an uplift, helping those behind glide more easily. Recent studies on ibises reveal ...

That's what scientists concluded after tracking a group of large black birds - each equipped with a tiny GPS device - that had been trained to follow an ultralight aircraft. One expert in animal ...

NEW YORK — The next time you see birds flying in a V, consider this: A new study in the journal Nature says they choreograph the flapping of their wings with exquisite precision to help them on their ...

(WHTM) — In Pennsylvania, you may see many geese throughout the year. During the fall and winter months, you may hear them honking as they fly overhead in a V shape. When the geese are in a V ...

NEW YORK — The next time you see birds flying in a V, consider this: A new study says they choreograph the flapping of their wings with exquisite precision to help them on their way. That’s what ...