Intelligences of Nature: Birds

According to modern science, being “bird-brained” might actually mean that a person is inquisitive, sociable, and intelligent. About 11,000 bird species currently exist on Earth, adding their colors and songs to the planetary community. Billions of birds migrate thousands of miles each year, using Earth’s magnetic field lines as a compass. Some species are more sophisticated tool-makers than chimpanzees. Others are biofluorescent, meaning they absorb ultraviolet light and re-emit it as visible light. Let your curiosity soar as you learn about the magnificent lives of these feathered animals.