A KFU ornithologist explained why migratory birds do not deviate from their route.

      The abnormally prolonged autumn bird migration continues in Tatarstan. The birds cover vast distances, fly thousands of kilometers, and do not stray from their route.

      This was told to "Tatar-inform" by Ilgizar Rakhimov, head of the Department of Bioecology, Hygiene and Public Health at the Institute of Fundamental Medicine and Biology of Kazan Federal University.

      "It is believed that birds orient themselves by certain natural objects, for example, by flying along a river. Geographical landmarks have formed over many years. Sometimes stars can serve as a guide, especially during night or twilight flights. Birds have very good memories; they remember the star map," he explained.

      Rakhimov also pointed out that research shows birds have their own internal magnet located in the brain that works like a small compass. Thanks to this, the birds sense the Earth's magnetic field.

      Read more about the features of autumn bird migration due to climate change in the "Tatar-inform" article.

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      The abnormally prolonged autumn bird migration continues in Tatarstan. The birds cover vast distances, fly thousands of kilometers and do not stray from their route. 16:24 15.11.2025 IA Tatar-inform - Kazan

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