How pigeons bob and weave through obstacles

Pigeons weigh danger, stability and efficiency in the aerial acrobatics they use to avoid obstacles, study shows.

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To dodge obstacles, pigeons have to know when to hold ‘em and when to fold ‘em. By altering their wing posture, the birds can successfully navigate tight spots, researchers report March 2 in the Proceedings of the National Academy of the