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June 02, 2026 at 09:21 PM
How Do Pigeons Find Their Way Home? New Research Suggests the Birds' Remarkable Navigational Skills Come From Their Livers
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Smithsonian Magazine
New research suggests pigeons may use iron-rich immune cells in their livers as internal compasses, helping them navigate using Earth's magnetic field on overcast days.
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