A large-scale study across the avian clade identifies ecological drivers of neophobia Neophobia (the aversive response to novelty) varies considerably across species and individuals, and can impact adaptability and survival. This study assesses neophobia in 1400 subjects from 136 bird ...

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6️⃣In Barcelona, infected gulls traveled shorter distances and at lower speeds.

In Ivars, some infected gulls moved more.

Does the urban environment play a role? Or breeding stage? 🏙️🌾

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