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Surfing Bats, Deep Sea Bologna, Environmental Trolley Problem

The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week

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Bats: Masters of Air Surfing

This chapter explores the unique migratory patterns and energy-saving behaviors of bats, likening their air travel to surfing on thermal currents. Researchers at the Max Planck Institute investigate these patterns through innovative tracking methods, revealing how bats optimize their journeys across Europe. The blending of scientific findings with humorous personal anecdotes adds a light-hearted touch to the fascinating world of bat migration.

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