Where Do Birds Really Go When They Migrate?

If you’ve ever watched a mother bird raise a nest of babies, you’ve probably wondered where they all go come fall. One feather has now answered our curiosity!

Millions of birds leave our backyards in the fall. Where do they go and come back from twice a year?! This question has been stumping researchers for decades! But with just a single tail feather and the power of DNA sequencing, researchers are uncovering mysteries that could save our favorite flying friends!

By Sam Burns

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