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Bats Use Storm Winds for Long-Distance Migration Efficiency

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Bats Use Storm Winds for Long-Distance Migration Efficiency

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  • Bats' migration patterns have been difficult to study, unlike bird migration.
  • Researchers developed lightweight tracking tags to monitor bats' movements.
  • Females migrate in spring, often departing before storms due to favorable winds.
  • This behavior reveals a connection between storms and migration, providing energy-saving advantages.
  • Understanding bat migration could improve conservation strategies, especially regarding wind turbine collisions.

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