Biology
The Ecology of Animal Migration in the Context of Changing Landscapes
Quick fact
Some migratory birds now arrive at their breeding grounds up to 5 days earlier than a century ago, yet many insect prey peak even earlier, creating a mounting 'phenological mismatch' that can cut chick survival by as much as 35%.
Why this is interesting
Every year, billions of animals—wildebeest, songbirds, sea turtles—embark on epic migrations, but what happens when the landscapes they cross are changing faster than they can adapt?