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Tiny Moth Navigates 600 Miles Using Stars as a Compass

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Tiny Moth Navigates 600 Miles Using Stars as a Compass
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Scientists have discovered that the tiny Australian Bogong moth can navigate 600 miles during migration using stars as a compass, similar to humans and birds, and also employs Earth's magnetic field as a backup, showcasing remarkable innate navigational abilities in invertebrates.

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  1. Scientists say a tiny brown moth navigates 600 miles using stars — just like humans and birds  CNN
  2. Starry Skies May Guide Bogong Moths Home  nytimes.com
  3. This Australian moth uses the stars as a compass to travel hundreds of miles  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
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