Movement Ecology
Fusion of wildlife tracking and satellite geomagnetic data for the study of animal migration
Swarm yields new insight into animal migration
Written by Copernical Team Friday, 09 July 2021 11:40-
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Using measurements from ESA’s Earth Explorer Swarm mission, scientists have developed a new tool that links the strength and direction of the magnetic field to the flight paths of migrating birds. This is a huge step forward to understanding how animals use Earth’s magnetic field to navigate vast distances.