Ibis Flying in Formation (IMAGE)

University of Oxford

Ibis Flying in Formation

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Ibis take turns saving energy by following in another bird's wake, according an Oxford University-led study. It is thought to be the first example of 'turn taking' reciprocal cooperative behaviour in birds.

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